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				<title><![CDATA[The Hub students harvest, cook fresh garden meal at SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students in The Hub Therapeutic Program turned garden-fresh produce into culinary creations during a hands-on visit to Durango School District's SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab. The outdoor session connected garden beds to prep tables, building teamwork and essential life skills.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2026 08:51:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Florida Mesa 4th grader blends empathy and technology to support ill classmate]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[When illness kept a classmate away, Florida Mesa Elementary School 4th grader Jasper Gebhard envisioned a creative welcome-back gift. Science Teacher Misty Smith brought the idea to life on a classroom 3D printer, showing how empathy and technology unite peers.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2026 08:14:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[From curiosity to the cosmos: EMS 8th grader guides classmates through deep space with ClassVR]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[When Escalante Middle School eighth grader Alexis "Storm" Myers set out to lead a science lesson on black holes, the goal was not just to present facts — it was to make the mysteries of deep space tangible and unforgettable.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2026 13:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Don't be late to a very important date! Buy tickets now to see DHS' Alice in Wonderland]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Take a peek behind the curtain as Durango High School Troupe 1096 prepares to bring Alice in Wonderland to life. Opening night is tonight, Nov. 6, at 7 p.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 12:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All are welcome: Special Education Advisory Committee meeting is Dec. 9]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Staff, families, and community members are invited to a Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 9, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the DSD Administration Office (281 Sawyer Drive, Suite 100).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 12:48:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Payroll and Benefits: Insurance FAQs + CEBT November newsletter]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Get answers to frequently asked questions about insurance, plus view this month's newsletter from CEBT.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 12:46:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Board Work Session is Nov. 10]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The DSD Board of Education will meet for a Work Session on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 5:30 p.m. at Florida Mesa Elementary School (216 Highway 172). The public is welcome. The Board does not allow public comment at Work Sessions, and the meetings are not livestreamed.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 12:36:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Steph Sherman]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2252757</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Steph Sherman, Administrative Assistant at Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School (FLMES). She was nominated as a Courageous Leader by Gretchen Willis, Interventionist at FLMES.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Park Elementary students send love, gratitude to first responders and neighbors after flooding]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Park Elementary School students wrote heartfelt thank-you notes and messages of encouragement to local first responders and community members following recent flooding in La Plata County. Their caring gestures show that even our youngest learners can make a meaningful difference during challenging times.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2026 14:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Set clocks back: Daylight Saving Time ends Nov. 1]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2250246</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, Nov. 1, at 2 a.m. Remember to “fall back” by setting your clocks back one hour. Enjoy the extra sleep this weekend!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:53:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parenting series: November 2026 classes + newsletter on compassion fatigue]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2250153</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Want to be the best possible parent? Learn from experts on a variety of topics during FREE live webinars on Monday-Thursday evenings. You can also watch previously recorded classes on your own time, anytime!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:39:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Miller Middle School Spanish students bring Día de los Muertos to life with high school mentors]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Miller Middle School students teamed up with high school mentors at the Impact Career Innovation Center this week, using advanced makerspace tools and virtual reality to craft cultural projects for Día de los Muertos.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:45:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Read the recap of the Oct. 20 Board Regular Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2247520</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Durango School District Board of Education held a Regular Meeting on Oct. 20, 2026. A recap is available for review.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:34:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Tom Poole]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2246751</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Tom Poole, Physical Education Teacher at Park Elementary School. He was nominated as a Courageous Leader by Guin Allmon, Second Grade Teacher at Park.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Miller 7th graders debate ancient laws and modern school discipline in Socratic seminar]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2247271</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Seventh-grade students at Miller Middle School analyzed ancient laws alongside school behavior policies during an Oct. 16 Socratic seminar, sharpening their critical thinking and civil discourse skills.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:25:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October 2026 bond update: Three Springs road progress, workforce housing expansion, and summer projects completed]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2246817</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Progress continues across Durango School District (DSD) as roadwork and foundation pouring at Three Springs Elementary School advance, and district workforce housing sees expanding participation.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:35:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Did you receive the emergency messaging test?]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2245027</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[DSD sent a test text and email to all staff at 4 p.m. on Oct. 15 to check our emergency messaging system before winter weather season. Here's what to do if you didn't receive them.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:15:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Conference Day is Oct. 19 + BGC Day Camp available]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2245018</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monday, Oct. 19, is a Conference Day. While there are no classes for students, all Durango School District (DSD) school buildings will be open to accommodate conferences. Schools will resume normal class schedules on Tuesday, Oct. 20.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:09:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bid now on DEF Spirits With the Spectres online auction items + just a few tickets left]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2245015</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Purchase tickets or place bids online to support the Durango Education Foundation (DEF) through its annual Spirits With the Spectres fundraising event.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:05:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Board Regular Meeting is Oct. 20]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2245012</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The DSD Board of Education will meet for a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 5:30 p.m. at the Impact Career Innovation Center (2390 Main Ave., on the Durango High School campus).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:02:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Caleb Stubbs]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2237313</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Caleb Stubbs, Student Aide at Durango High School (DHS). He was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Saydee Banks, Behavior Interventionist in Student Support Services.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Animas Valley Elementary celebrates sustainability at first whole-school Garden Harvest Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2244336</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students, families, and community members gathered at Animas Valley Elementary School (AVE) on Sept. 18 for the school's first-ever Garden Harvest Day. The whole-school event celebrated a year of student-led efforts to transform the garden into a more water-conscious, eco-friendly learning space.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:11:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Beginning Ceramics students shape art, creativity, and confidence at DHS]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2244002</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[From pinch pots and slab rolling to throwing on the wheel, students in Kayleigh Weir’s Beginning Ceramics class at Durango High School (DHS) are mastering fundamental art techniques.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:40:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Break is here: Classes resume Oct. 13]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2242227</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's Fall Break, and Durango School District (DSD) schools will be closed through Monday, Oct. 12. We look forward to welcoming our students back when classes resume on Tuesday, Oct. 13.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:34:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Brayden Ferguson]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2241377</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Brayden Ferguson, Behavioral Health Provider at The Hub Therapeutic Program. He was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Jason Swick, also a Behavioral Health Provider at The Hub.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DHS Green Team pedals toward sustainability during Bike to School Week]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2241751</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango High School students are trading car rides for pedals during Bike to School Week, Oct. 5-9. Organized by the DHS Green Team, the annual event encourages eco-friendly commutes with prize raffles and community support.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:19:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DHS Building Trades program constructs real-world pathways to career success]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2239490</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In the Construction Trades CTE pathway at Durango High School (DHS), Wood Shop Teacher Peter Lutz is guiding students through hands-on learning that prepares them for careers beyond the classroom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:42:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board approves six new townhomes for DSD employee housing]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2238821</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[More Durango School District (DSD) employees will have a chance to live in the community they serve. On Sept. 22, the Board of Education approved the purchase of six townhomes at The Homestead, a 17-unit deed-restricted workforce housing project located at 1720 County Road 240/Florida Road in Durango.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:04:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Caitlin Gavrielides]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2237856</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Caitlin Gavrielides, 8th-Grade Science and Math Teacher at Miller Middle School (MMS). She was nominated as an Agile Thinker by Jenny Fitts Reynolds, English Language Arts/Drama Teacher at MMS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Miller 7th graders explore air-quality science with state experts]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2238197</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Seventh-grade science students at Miller Middle School (MMS) got a firsthand look at the science behind the air they breathe during a visit from state-level environmental experts on Sept. 22.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:29:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Security alert! Temporary login changes in place]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2234278</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Over the weekend, DSD's domain experienced another round of compromised user accounts. As a direct response to these breaches, we are implementing immediate security restrictions to protect district data while we discuss more long-term solutions for better security.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:03:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SOIL's Summer 2026 Lab Report now available]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2236423</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[DSD's SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab just published its Summer 2026 Lab Report. Take a look to learn about the expanded SOIL Shares program, read an important funding update, view details on upcoming community workshops, and more.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 14:11:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Read the recap of the Sept. 22 Board Regular Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2236271</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The DSD Board of Education held a Regular Meeting on Sept. 22, 2026. Here's the meeting recap.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:36:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parenting series: October 2026 classes + newsletter on bullying prevention]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2235804</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Want to be the best possible parent? Learn from experts on a variety of topics during FREE live webinars on Monday-Thursday evenings. You can also watch previously recorded classes on your own time, anytime!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:39:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DHS Homecoming fun + more to come this week!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2235702</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Check out this student-created video from the Durango High School HOCO Parade on Sept. 21, then make plans to cheer on student-athletes and clubs during a volleyball triple-header, a community tailgate, and the varsity football game on Sept. 25.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:59:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board approves Sunnyside Elementary consolidation beginning in 2028-29]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2235107</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Durango School District (DSD) Board of Education voted unanimously on Sept. 22 to approve the consolidation of Sunnyside Elementary School with the new Three Springs Elementary School beginning in the 2028-29 school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:51:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No school for students on Sept. 21]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2233905</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monday, Sept. 21, is a Professional Development Day for faculty and staff, and there will be no school for students. Classes will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 22.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:37:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Board Regular Meeting is Tuesday]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2233908</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The DSD Board of Education will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 22, at 5:30 p.m. at the Impact Career Innovation Center (2410 Main Ave., on the DHS campus). The public is welcome.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:37:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Durango School District leads state in student board representation]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2232864</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Durango School District Board of Education leads Colorado with five student Board positions, giving high schoolers direct input on key district decisions. Board members are preparing to highlight the innovative model at state and national conferences.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:44:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DHS hosts Regional College Fair, plans Highly Selective College Fair on Sept. 29]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2233755</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Sept. 15, DHS hosted over 20 colleges and universities for the Colorado Council Regional College Fair, giving students a head start on exploring programs, costs, and admissions goals. The postsecondary momentum continues on Tuesday, Sept. 29, with a premier institution fair and application workshop at the Fort Lewis College Ballroom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:46:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Is your emergency contact info up to date? (Here's how to check)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2233743</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Make sure your family doesn't miss critical alerts! Read our quick step-by-step guide to learn where to update your cell phone and email details directly, how to set your text and call preferences for snow days, and when to contact your school’s front office for assistance.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:36:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Public online auction of surplus equipment]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2231033</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Looking for quality commercial equipment at auction pricing? DSD is offering several surplus items through a public online auction, including three Carrier WeatherMaster 10-ton cooling units and an Apollolift Full Electric Walkie Stacker forklift with a 2,200-pound lifting capacity.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:45:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Congrats, 2026 Summer Bridge student winners!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2231029</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Watch the video to see which students won prizes in our 2026 Summer Bridge program. While some earned big rewards, every student who participated is truly a winner.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:42:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Miller Games build community, welcome new students through start-of-year fun]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2231027</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Organized by the Miller Student Council, the annual Miller Games bring the entire school together outside for friendly competition between advisories.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:38:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Three Durango High School seniors named National Merit Semifinalists]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2231017</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Three students from Durango High School (DHS) have earned recognition as National Merit Semifinalists, placing them among the top high school seniors in the nation.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:27:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Labor Day: No school Monday, Sept. 7]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2228511</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monday, Sept. 7, is Labor Day, and schools will be closed. Support staff, please check your work calendar or talk to your supervisor about your work schedule.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:34:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DHS Culinary students build trust and teamwork through blindfolded puzzle challenge]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2228501</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Aug. 26, Durango High School (DHS) Culinary students in Joe Burns’ class took on a blindfolded puzzle challenge to put their communication skills to the test.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:32:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Complete mandatory CyberNut security onboarding]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2228509</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please check your inbox for an email from CyberNut and click the link to complete your required cybersecurity onboarding immediately. (The email subject head is "CyberNut Cybersecurity Onboarding," and the sender email address is platform@cybernut.com.)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:31:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Are you missing out on little-known staff benefits?]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2228508</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Your DSD benefits package offers lots of hidden value and surprising perks, so we're shining the light on a few of them today. Explore the links below and start making your benefits work harder for you.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ignite + DHS: Students use VR and 3D design to create monuments that tell America's story]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2228507</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Using ClassVR headsets from the Ignite Mobile Learning Lab, DHS students recently explored 360-degree views of famous monuments around the world. Then, it was time to move to the Impact Career Innovation Center's Maker Space and take on a challenge: What story of America do YOU want to tell?]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:29:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Board Work Session is Sept. 8]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2228487</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The DSD Board of Education will meet for a Work Session on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 5:30 p.m. at Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School (11274 Highway 140, Hermosa). The public is welcome. The Board does not allow public comment at Work Sessions, and the meetings are not livestreamed.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:08:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Free SOIL workshop: 'Garlic in the Garden' is Sept. 10]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2228485</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Register today for "Garlic in the Garden," a free community workshop to learn about planting and growing garlic in our high desert climate.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:07:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sunnyside consolidation recommendation: What you need to know]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2228482</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[DSD has recommended consolidating Sunnyside Elementary with the new Three Springs Elementary School when it opens in fall 2028. The district's Sunnyside Elementary Recommendation webpage brings the recommendation, timeline, supporting information, community feedback, and Board decision process together in one place. The Board of Education is expected to consider the recommendation on Sept. 22.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:03:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DSD students climb statewide testing rankings]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2228079</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango School District students and schools have plenty to celebrate in newly released 2025-2026 state assessment and preliminary school performance results.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:11:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mondays are Early Release days]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2225553</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mondays are Early Release days for all students. School ends one hour earlier. Please check your school's bell schedule on the Durango School District (DSD) Back to School Hub webpage for the Monday release time.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:48:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Final Summer Bridge check-in ends Sept. 4]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2225475</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The final check-in for Summer Bridge is happening now. Students have until Friday, Sept. 4, to turn in their completed literacy and math books to their school's front office and be entered for the big end-of-summer raffle.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:25:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parenting series: September 2026 classes + newsletter on suicide prevention]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2225427</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Want to be the best possible parent? Learn from experts on a variety of topics during FREE live webinars on Monday-Thursday evenings. You can also watch previously recorded classes on your own time, anytime!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:52:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Read the recap of the Aug. 25 Board Regular Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2225388</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The DSD Board of Education held a Regular Meeting on Aug. 25, 2026. Here's the meeting recap.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:44:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join the Special Education Paraprofessional Committee: Help develop Level 2 and 3 guidelines]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2225374</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Apply by Tuesday, Sept. 8, to join the Special Education Paraprofessional Committee and help Durango School District (DSD) develop new Level 2 and Level 3 guidelines for Special Education Instructional Paraprofessionals.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ESPs, share your PD preferences for 2026-27]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2225371</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Educational Support Professionals, please share your professional development preferences for the 2026-27 school year by filling out the ESP Professional Development Survey.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:25:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome back to a new school year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2225369</link>
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					<description><![CDATA["I'm having all the feels today," said Aaron Schiff, special education teacher for Durango Big Picture High School (DBPHS). Same! That was true for all of us — families, students, and staff across our district — as we gathered together again on an exciting first day of school on Aug. 25.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:23:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Free on-demand special education training for families]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2224848</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has launched two new, free, on-demand training programs designed to help families navigate their child's special education journey at their own pace.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:57:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DSD cell phone and smart watch policy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2222686</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[DSD's cell phone policy requires that cell phones and smart watches be put away during the school day or during classes, depending on grade level.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:53:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The smallest moments can leave the biggest mark: DSD kicks off a new school year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2222126</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[“The smallest moments can leave the biggest mark.” That was the message Board of Education President Kristin Smith shared with hundreds of Durango School District employees gathered Aug. 19 for Opening Day – and it became a fitting theme for a day filled with reconnection, celebration, student voices and learning from one another.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:24:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Snow Days ahead? Keep June 1-4 open, just in case]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2222319</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Before you make your summer plans, please keep June 1-4, 2027, open. The last scheduled day of school is Friday, May 28, 2027. However, the DSD Academic Calendar designates June 1-4 as potential makeup days if winter weather causes multiple school closures.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:14:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Apply now for DSD workforce housing]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2222316</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Don't miss your chance to secure affordable, modern, pet-friendly workforce housing right here in our community! Apply by Monday, Aug. 31, at 5 p.m. for one of DSD's three remaining workforce housing units: one two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit and two studio units.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:13:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Earn your teaching license through FLC's apprenticeship program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2222325</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In January 2027, the Fort Lewis College (FLC) School of Education is launching an apprenticeship program designed specifically for paraprofessionals, educational assistants, and others working in a school who want to finish their Bachelor's degree and earn an Elementary Education licensure.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:19:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall CLD and Gifted session starts Sept. 1]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2222322</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This fall, educators can take part in three 15-hour online courses designed to support gifted and high-potential culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) students — meeting the English Learner Professional Development (ELPD) recertification requirement. The session runs Sept. 1-Dec. 11, 2026, with resources provided on Sept. 1.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:17:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DEF Back to School Resource Fair is Aug. 26]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2222315</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Spread the word! All school-age children and their families are invited to stop by the Durango Education Foundation (DEF) Back to School Resource Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 26, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the La Plata County Fairgrounds (2500 Main Ave.).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:12:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[August 2026 bond update: Three Springs foundation pouring begins, workforce housing reaches 90% occupancy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2222254</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Work on the Three Springs Elementary School site is progressing with foundation pouring underway, furniture has been replaced in multiple schools, and Durango School District has achieved approximately 90% occupancy in its first-year workforce housing program.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:51:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Board Regular Meeting is Aug. 25]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2222330</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The DSD Board of Education will meet for a Regular Session on Tuesday, Aug. 25, at 5:30 p.m. at the Impact Career Innovation Center (2410 Main Ave., on the Durango High School campus). The public is welcome.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:15:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Explore your health and wellness benefits in CEBT's Hot Topics newsletter]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2222328</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[CEBT's Hot Topics newsletter is your go-to source for information on benefits updates, learning opportunities, upcoming events, and practical tips to help you make the most of your coverage.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:22:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Read the recap of the Aug. 11 Board Work Session]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2220403</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The DSD Board of Education held a Work Session on Aug. 11, 2026. Here's the meeting recap:]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Retirement planning: It's never too early to start!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2220402</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[While you're focused on supporting students and staff, don't forget to make time for yourself. Whether you're just starting your career, building toward retirement, or getting ready to retire, Colorado PERA has plenty of resources to assist you.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:27:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Get a sneak peek at new school furniture]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2220400</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We recently stopped by Escalante Middle School and Durango High School for a sneak peek at some of the new furniture in our schools, and we’re getting definite retro-futuristic, Jetsons vibes.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:25:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[You can help shape the future of DSD]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2220398</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We're looking for visionary volunteers who are committed to serving our students in ways that will impact generations to come. The Long-Range Planning Committee serves as an advisory body to the Board of Education, helping guide long-term decisions regarding school facilities, attendance boundaries, enrollment balancing, and capital bond planning.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:23:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Future-Ready DSD: Understand the forces shaping our schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2220396</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Change is already happening in public education. The question is: How will we respond to it together? Declining enrollment and birth rates, inadequate funding, rising housing costs, aging facilities, and evolving educational needs are reshaping school districts across the country — including Durango School District.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:22:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Review the 2026-27 Payroll Calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2220395</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As a reminder, paydays have moved from the 26th to the 20th of the month (or the preceding Friday if the 20th falls on a weekend or holiday), and the timesheet cycle has shifted to accommodate the earlier pay date.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:21:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Staff Perks are here!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2220394</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here’s a little something extra for being part of DSD. We’re excited to launch Staff Perks, a new staff-only directory of discounts voluntarily offered by local businesses as a way to show their appreciation for DSD employees.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:19:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ignite comes to life: Teachers imagined it. Students shaped it. The community built it.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2220391</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There was no shortage of activity during the grand opening of the Ignite Mobile Learning Lab on Aug. 5. Inside Impact Career Innovation Center, drones buzzed overhead, visitors wearing virtual reality headsets explored digital worlds, and children gathered around hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) activities.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:16:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Aug. 19: Opening Day Celebration and PoG Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2220388</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Durango School District (DSD) staff are invited to the annual back-to-school Opening Day Celebration on Wednesday, Aug. 19, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Durango High School (2390 Main Ave.). The event will kick off with an introduction by Superintendent Dr. Karen Cheser.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:15:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Staff Perks are here!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2220152</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here’s a little something extra for being part of DSD. We’re excited to launch Staff Perks, a new staff-only directory of discounts voluntarily offered by local businesses as a way to show their appreciation for DSD employees.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:33:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome to the new Staff Connection intranet]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2217827</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are excited to share that our newly reorganized employee intranet, Staff Connection, is now live.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:42:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Erin Kaplan]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2201711</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Erin Kaplan, Instructional Coach at Animas Valley Elementary School (AVE). She was nominated as a Confident Communicator and Empathetic Collaborator by Melissa Kemp, Preschool Teacher at AVE.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 09:02:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Sarah Margoles]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2198916</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Sarah Margoles, Science Teacher at Miller Middle School (MMS). She was nominated as an Agile Thinker, Courageous Leader, Creative Problem-Solver, and Empathetic Collaborator by Rebecca Dash, Gifted and Talented Facilitator at MMS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:35:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Kim Steiner]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2197016</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Kim Steiner, Small Vehicle Driver in the Transportation Department. He was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Susie Lloyd, Administrative Assistant at Park Elementary School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:20:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Board honors students who exemplify Portrait of a Graduate competencies]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2194824</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On April 30, the DSD Board of Education proudly celebrated the incredible achievements of our students at the Sixth Annual Portrait of a Graduate Awards Ceremony.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 13:31:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Jenny Fitts-Reynolds]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2192887</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Jenny Fitts-Reynolds, Language Arts Teacher at Miller Middle School (MMS). She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Caitlin Clement, MMS Science Teacher.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Holly Kroeger]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2191721</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Holly Kroeger, Special Education Paraprofessional at Sunnyside Elementary School (SES). She was nominated as an Agile Thinker, Creative Problem-Solver, Courageous Leader, and Empathetic Collaborator by Jessica Corley, Title VI Program Manager in Student Support Services.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:42:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Amy Russell]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2188238</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Amy Russell, Technology, Broadcast and Yearbook Teacher at Miller Middle School (MMS). She was nominated as a Resilient Risk-Taker by Dory Daniel, Spanish Teacher at MMS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Sabrina Cross]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2186602</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Sabrina Cross, Paraprofessional at Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School (FLMES). She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Gretchen Willis, Interventionist at FLMES.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:59:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Maddie Halfman]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2172894</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Maddie Halfman, Preschool Teacher at Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School (FLMES). She was nominated as a Confident Communicator, a Courageous Leader, and an Empathetic Collaborator by Karen Berger, Kindergarten Teacher at FLMES.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Updates from the Superintendent: Budget, listening sessions, strategic planning, and more]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2172871</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On behalf of our entire leadership team, I want to begin with the most important message of this letter: thank you.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:47:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Mark Arnold]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2177648</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Mark Arnold, Tech II in Durango School District's Technology Department, serving Animas Valley Elementary School, Park Elementary School, and Miller Middle School. He was nominated as a Confident Communicator and a Creative Problem-Solver by Jill Wark, Registrar at Miller.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:16:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Final week to apply: ISTELive 26]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2171831</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Don't miss your chance! Join fellow educators for a premier instructional technology conference June 28-July 1, 2026, in Orlando, Fla. The application deadline is Friday, Feb. 27, 2026.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Manage your staff meal account in Infinite Campus]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2171830</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Did you know you can add money to your staff meal account directly in Infinite Campus? The process is simple and convenient, and the funds appear in your account instantly. Here's how.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Erica Stewart]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2171571</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Erica Stewart, Special Education Teacher at The Hub Therapeutic Program. She was nominated as an Agile Thinker, Empathetic Collaborator, Confident Communicator, Courageous Leader, and Creative Problem-Solver by Jason Swick, Behavioral Health Provider at The Hub.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Patrick Callahan]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2168426</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Patrick Callahan, School Psychologist at Animas Valley Elementary School, at Needham Elementary School, and with Child Find. He was nominated as an Agile Thinker, Empathetic Collaborator, Confident Communicator, Courageous Leader, and Creative Problem-Solver by Sallie Kautter, School Counselor at Needham.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2-Hour Snow Delay, Feb. 17]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2167252</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Due to hazardous road conditions, the start of school will be delayed two hours today, Feb. 17. Please note that a Snow Day Closure may still be called today by approximately 7:30 a.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Tanaya Sandoval]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2165455</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Tanaya Sandoval, Administrative Assistant at Miller Middle School (MMS). She was nominated as a Creative Problem-Solver and Empathetic Collaborator by Alanda Martin, School Counselor at MMS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[See the new staff apartments: View photos now + stop by for a tour on Feb. 5 and 12]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2163274</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Want to see inside the district's new staff apartments? Get a sneak peek at our Feb. 5 and 12 open houses, and view interior and exterior photos on the Workforce Housing webpage now.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:35:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Reserve your spot: Free Arts in the Schools classroom presentations]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2163266</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Durango Docents are offering free, one-hour Arts in the Schools presentations for classrooms again this spring.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:29:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Kay Woodworth]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2162876</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Kay Woodworth, Paraprofessional at Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School (FLMES). She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Gretchen Willis, Interventionist at FLMES.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Ashley Archuleta]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2155166</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Ashley Archuleta, Health Service Provider at Florida Mesa Elementary School (FMES). She was nominated as an Agile Thinker, Creative Problem-Solver, Confident Communicator, Courageous Leader, and Empathetic Collaborator by Betsy Dempsie, Preschool Teacher at FMES.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Jamie Wickersham]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2155154</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Jamie Wickersham, 6th and 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher at Miller Middle School (MMS). He was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator and Courageous Leader by Sarah Whitehurst, who also teaches social studies at MMS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Molly McPherson]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2155104</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Molly McPherson, Social Studies and English Language Development Teacher at Miller Middle School (MMS). She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator and Courageous Leader by Sarah Whitehurst, who also teaches social studies at MMS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Durango High School to host 8th Grade Family Night on Jan. 26]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2154229</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thinking ahead to high school? Come experience Durango High School at 8th Grade Family Night on Jan. 26 from 6-7:30 p.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January 2026 district budget update: Planning for sustainability]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2153812</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Currently, DSD is using fund balance (our savings) to cover recurring operating costs such as student transportation, building utilities, school and district budgets, and salaries and benefits.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 13:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Applications for staff-housing lottery open Jan. 19]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2153741</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We’re excited to share some long-awaited news: The application for Durango School District workforce housing will officially open on Monday, Jan. 19.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:26:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Jennifer Fernandez]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2153552</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Jennifer Fernandez, Native American Cultural Liaison at Park Elementary School. She was nominated as an Agile Thinker, an Empathetic Collaborator, and a Resilient Risk-Taker by Michael Tom, Parent/Guardian School Liaison at Riverview Elementary School and Miller Middle School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 08:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff housing applications to open Jan. 19]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2150442</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Knowing that some of you may be considering housing options for the months ahead, we wanted to provide a quick update on the upcoming lottery for the 35 housing units that will be available to our team this summer.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:37:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Mike Goddard]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2150411</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Mike Goddard, Small Bus Driver in the Transportation Department. He was nominated as a Confident Communicator by Ann Duft, Administrative Assistant at Durango High School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lightner Creek Village apartments: Preview of first-year DSD rental rates and timeline]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2150448</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are pleased to provide an update on the district’s workforce housing initiative. As mentioned in last week's We Are DSD staff newsletter, the Board of Education has approved the first-year rental rates.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:44:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Update on DSD staff housing at Lightner Creek]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2150432</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Dec. 9 during the Board of Education meeting, Durango School District (DSD, formerly 9-R) shared the latest progress on our workforce housing program at Lightner Creek Village.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:26:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Susan Bell]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2144920</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Susan Bell, 3rd Grade Teacher and 3rd-5th ELA Teacher at Sunnyside Elementary School (SES). She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator, Creative Problem-Solver, and Confident Communicator by Autumn Frickel, School Counselor at SES.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Deidre Hiles]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2141844</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Deidre Hiles, English Language Development Teacher at Miller Middle School (MMS). She was nominated as a Confident Communicator by Jenny DiBerardino, 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher at MMS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Districtwide 3D printing now open to staff]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2138330</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Every school in the district now has access to a unified 3D printing workflow designed to make project development easier, faster, and more collaborative.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Krista Karpel]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2136808</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Krista Karpel, Fine Arts Department Coordinator and Art, Painting, and Fashion Design Teacher at Durango High School (DHS). She was nominated as a Creative Problem-Solver, Confident Communicator, and Resilient Risk-Taker by Jill Carithers, Business Teacher and Head Alpine Ski Coach at DHS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 08:53:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Josh Lamb]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2134618</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Josh Lamb, Lead Mechanic in Durango School District's Transportation Department. He was nominated as an Agile Thinker, Creative Problem-Solver, Confident Communicator, Courageous Leader, and Empathetic Collaborator by Garry Fulks, Directory of Transportation.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:00:58 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Lisa Myers]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2131433</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Lisa Myers, District Substitute. She was nominated as an Agile Thinker, Creative Problem-Solver, Confident Communicator, and Empathetic Collaborator by Tami Jantz, Administrative Assistant at Escalante Middle School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 08:44:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Chrissy Fast]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2128098</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Chrissy Fast, Special Education Teacher at Florida Mesa Elementary School (FMES). She was nominated as a Courageous Leader, Creative Problem-Solver, and Empathetic Collaborator by Mary Wood, Kindergarten Teacher at FMES.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 09:32:36 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Courtney Livingston]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2124863</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Courtney Livingston, Art and PE Teacher at Sunnyside Elementary School (SES). She was nominated as a Courageous Leader by Melia Chavez, Health Service Provider at SES.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 08:15:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Tami Jantz]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2121669</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Tami Jantz, Administrative Assistant at Escalante Middle School. She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Shanda Price, who works with her in EMS's front office.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:54:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Diane Montoya-Scott]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2118264</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Diane Montoya-Scott, Data Specialist in the Student Information System Department. She was nominated as a Creative Problem-Solver by Jill Wark, Administrative Assistant and Registrar at Miller Middle School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 09:01:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Register now: DSD vaccine clinics for employees and family members]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2116164</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango School District is hosting vaccine clinics for employees and their family members on Oct. 1, 8, and 15. Spots are limited, so register now!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 10:20:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Deanna Mousner]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2116095</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Deanna Mousner, Senior Administrative Assistant in the Operations Department. She was nominated as an Agile Thinker, Confident Communicator, Courageous Leader, Creative Problem-Solver, Empathetic Collaborator, and Resilient Risk-Taker by Maddie Belmont, Administrative Assistant in the Transportation Department.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:01:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Jenny Killins]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2116086</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Jenny Killins, Special Education Teacher at Animas Valley Elementary School (AVE). She was nominated as an Agile Thinker, Confident Communicator, Courageous Leader, Creative Problem-Solver, Empathetic Collaborator, and Resilient Risk-Taker by Hannah Squire, Fourth-Grade Teacher at AVE.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:15:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Josh Perdue]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2109526</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Josh Perdue, Assessment and Accountability Coordinator in the Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Department. He was nominated as an Agile Thinker, Confident Communicator, Creative Problem-Solver, and Empathetic Collaborator by Jon Hoerl, Principal at Durango High School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Zach Frantz]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2107028</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Zach Frantz, Custodian at the Impact Career Innovation Center. He was nominated as an Agile Thinker, Confident Communicator, and Empathetic Collaborator by Nathan Van Arsdale, Technology and Media Support Specialist.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 13:56:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award Winner: Alanda Martin]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2103091</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo Award goes to Alanda Martin, School Counselor at Miller Middle School (MMS). She was nominated as a Courageous Leader by Jeff Perry, fellow School Counselor at MMS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 13:44:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Our 2025-26 theme: "Anchored in Purpose, Driven by Hope"]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2093173</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A message from superintendent Dr. Karen Cheser to launch our new school 
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Aug 2025 19:31:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner: James Bass]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2074524</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to James Bass, Security Specialist at Miller Middle School, Durango High School, and the Impact Career Innovation Center. He was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Impact Facilitator Nathan Van Arsdale.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2025 14:13:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner: Annie O'Buck]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2071546</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to K-5 Interventionist Annie O'Buck. She was nominated as an Agile Thinker, Creative Problem-Solver, Confident Communicator, Courageous Leader, Empathetic Collaborator, and Resilient Risk-taker by Jenny Imel, Principal at Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 14:13:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner: Elyssa Clark]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2068522</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Behavior Analyst and Special Program for Autism Teacher Elyssa Clark. She was nominated as an Agile Thinker, Creative Problem-Solver, Confident Communicator, Courageous Leader, Empathetic Collaborator, and Resilient Risk-taker by Shannon Morris, Principal at Florida Mesa Elementary School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 09:42:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Accessibility tip: Keyboard navigation is key]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2068466</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Not everyone uses a mouse to get around a website or document. Many people — especially those with motor disabilities or vision loss — rely on a keyboard to move from item to item using the Tab, Enter, and arrow keys.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 10:01:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner: John Hoffman]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2065423</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Behavior Analyst John Hoffman. He was nominated as a Creative Problem-Solver and Empathetic Collaborator by Karen Berger, Kindergarten Teacher at Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 09:42:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Employee benefits: Open Enrollment for American Fidelity is April 28-May 19]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2057810</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[American Fidelity open enrollment for the 2025-26 school year is Monday, April 28, through Monday, May 19. This is your opportunity to make changes to your supplemental insurance and retirement savings options outside of any qualifying life events that may occur during the year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:13:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Need help with accessibility? Check out the new Accessibility Resources web page]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2064989</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Need help making your digital content accessible? We’ve got you covered. The new Accessibility Resources page on 9-R Connection is designed with busy staff in mind.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:26:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Accessibility tip: Caption your videos]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2064985</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Captions are words that appear on screen during a video to show what is being said, plus important sounds like music or laughter. They help people who are deaf or hard of hearing understand the content — but they’re useful for everyone.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:26:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner: Jana Edmondson]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2062567</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to District Registered Nurse Jana Edmondson. She was nominated as a Creative Problem-Solver, Confident Communicator, Courageous Leader, and Empathetic Collaborator by Melanie Mooney, Health Services Provider at Miller Middle School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:47:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Accessibility tip: Use properly structured lists]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2060181</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Bulleted and numbered lists are great for organizing information — but how you create them matters for accessibility.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 16:31:22 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner: Natalie Medina]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2060156</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Natalie Medina, Administrative Assistant at Miller Middle School (MMS). She was nominated as a Confident Communicator and Creative Problem-Solver by Melissa Kemp, Preschool Teacher at Animas Valley Elementary School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:46:26 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Accessibility tip: Use headings for structure]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2058817</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Headings help people navigate digital content — especially those using screen readers or keyboard shortcuts. They work like signposts that say, “Here’s what’s coming next.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:45:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner: LaRae Dotson]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2057784</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to LaRae Dotson, Resource/Technology Teacher at Sunnyside Elementary School (SES). She was nominated as a Courageous Leader and Creative Problem-Solver by Sabra Day, Administrative Assistant at SES.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 11:54:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Accessibility tip: Color contrast matters]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2055354</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Color contrast means how different the text color is from the background color. Good contrast makes words easy to read — especially for people with low vision or color blindness. Best practice is to use dark text on light backgrounds or light text on dark backgrounds.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 12:45:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2025 Outstanding Employee Awards: Nominate a colleague and save the date]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2054525</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 09:01:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner: Karla Spangler]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2054122</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Karla Spangler, Parent/Guardian School Liaison at Durango High School (DHS). She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator and Confident Communicator by Ann Duft, Administrative Assistant to the Principal at DHS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:27:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Accessibility tip: Writing effective alt text + B.E.N.D.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2052095</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Alt text (alternative text) is a short written description of an image that helps people who use screen readers understand its content. It’s essential for ensuring digital accessibility and compliance with WCAG guidelines.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 10:53:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner: Zoe Kirchner]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2052042</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Zoe Kirchner, Second-Grade Teacher at Park Elementary School (PKE). She was nominated as a Resilient Risk-Taker, Creative Problem-Solver, and Courageous Leader by Guinevere Allmon, who also teaches second grade at PKE.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 12:29:41 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Accessibility tip: How to write descriptive links]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2052041</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Imagine you’re skipping all the words on a page and only listening to the list of links on it. That’s what screen readers sometimes do — they pull up a list of just the links and read them out loud, one after another, without reading the text surrounding them. If all those links say is “Click here,” "Read more," and "Buy now," no one listening will have any idea where those links go.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 10:09:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner: Marci Bastin]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2043224</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Marci Bastin, K-3 Early Literacy Specialist at Sunnyside Elementary School (SES). She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator, Resilient Risk-Taker, Agile Thinker, Creative Problem-Solver, Confident Communicator, and Courageous Leader by Autumn Frickel, School Counselor at SES.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2025 16:35:20 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner: Cat Burns]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2038966</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Cat Burns, Speech Language Pathologist at Animas Valley Elementary (AVE) and Miller Middle School. She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator, Agile Thinker, and Confident Communicator by Melissa Kemp and Mandy Jones, Preschool Teachers at AVE.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 15:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner: Mindi Kondrat]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2035917</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Mindi Kondrat, Administrative Assistant at The Hub. She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Julie McCue, 6-8 Teacher in the Therapeutic Expulsion Prevention Program at The Hub.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:32:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner: Dylan Netter]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2033162</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Dylan Netter, English Language Development and Language Interventionist at Big Picture High School (BPHS). He was nominated as a Creative Problem-Solver by Allison Darrah, Advisor/Teacher at BPHS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner: Sallie Kautter]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2029626</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Sallie Kautter, School Counselor at Needham Elementary School. She was nominated as a Creative Problem-Solver by Jesse Davis, School Counselor at Durango High School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:28:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winners: Misty Smith & Kylie Rivera]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2023612</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Science Teacher Misty Smith and Intervention Teacher Kylie Rivera at Florida Mesa Elementary (FME). They were nominated as Empathetic Collaborators, Resilient Risk-Takers, Agile Thinkers, Creative Problem-Solvers, Confident Communicators, and Courageous Leaders by FME Second-Grade Teachers Kelly Duvall and Ameryn Maestas.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 15:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner: Justin Rush]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2021607</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Justin Rush, Custodian at the Impact Career Innovation Center. He was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator, Resilient Risk-Taker, and Confident Communicator by Impact Facilitator/Audio Visual Technician Nathan Van Arsdale.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 15:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner: Jim Creek]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2018824</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Jim Creek, Bus Driver on Durango School District's FM2 route. He was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator, Resilient Risk-Taker, Agile Thinker, Creative Problem-Solver, Confident Communicator, and Courageous Leader by Bus Driver April Jacot.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner: Kira Cunningham]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2015128</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Kira Cunningham, District Newcomer Specialist with Student Support Services (SSS). She was nominated as a Courageous Leader by Amber Connet, English Language Development Coordinator with SSS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 10:57:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner: Sarah Murphy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2010167</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Sarah Murphy, Special Education Paraeducator at Escalante Middle School. She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator and Resilient Risk-Taker by Tori Queen, Health Teacher and Assistant Girls Basketball Coach at Escalante.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2024 14:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner: Rachel Boyle]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2007704</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Rachel Boyle, First-Grade Teacher at Needham Elementary School. She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Rachel Tabor, Reading Interventionist at Needham.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 14:56:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DEF announces 2024 fall grant recipients]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2008127</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Durango Education Foundation (DEF) is excited to announce our 2024 fall grant recipients! For the 2024 year, the DEF board committed to funding a total of $130,000 in grants to Durango School District (DSD) teachers, schools, and classrooms, as well as to community partners serving DSD students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 14:10:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner: Robyn Klein]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2004930</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Robyn Klein, School Social Worker at Escalante Middle School and Park Elementary School. She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator and Confident Communicator by Linda Bayer, Mild/Moderate Special Education Teacher at Escalante.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2024 15:25:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner: Loni Story-House]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1999856</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Loni Story-House, Health Services Provider at Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary (FLME). She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator and Agile Thinker by Brittany Hanson and Jamie Aupperle, who teach at FLME.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 14:46:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Low-interest micro-loan program supports local renters]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1996372</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With two-bedroom rentals averaging $1,716 in La Plata County according to 2024 HUD Fair Market Value data, the Workforce Rental Assistance Micro-loan Program aims to bridge the gap for those struggling with high upfront costs associated with new leases.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 15:11:52 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner: Mandy Jones]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1995930</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to Mandy Jones, Preschool Teacher at Animas Valley Elementary (AVE). She was nominated as a Courageous Leader by Melissa Kemp, who also teaches preschool at AVE.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 15:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winners: Entire Staff of Miller Middle School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1992917</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Bravo! Award goes to the entire Miller Middle School staff. They were nominated as Empathetic Collaborators, Resilient Risk-takers, Agile Thinkers, Creative Problem-Solvers, Confident Communicators, and Courageous Leaders by Nathan Van Arsdale, Impact Facilitator at Impact Career Innovation Center.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2024 13:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner Ann Duft]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1987301</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Ann Duft, lower left,  is an Administrative Assistant at Durango High School (DHS). She was nominated as a Creative Problem-Solver and Courageous Leader by DHS Registrar Anna Barstatis.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 16:46:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[1 bedroom rental available in the Animas Cliffs Condominiums]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1986098</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Homesfund has a 1 bedroom 1 bathroom rental available in the Animas Cliffs Condominiums.  In accordance with their mission statement, Homesfund wants to make this opportunity available to 9-R employees that are looking for housing.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Oct 2024 14:27:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner Erin Dimas]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1982746</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Erin Dimas is an Occupational Therapist at Florida Mesa, Park, and Animas Valley Elementary Schools. She also works with the early childhood population. She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator, Creative Problem-Solver, and Courageous Leader by Sarah Brooks, Talia Manahan, and Jeff Hines.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2024 15:50:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CEBT Annual Notice with Medicare Part D Rx]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1981606</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The CEBT 2024-2025 Annual Notice which includes employer and Plan federal notices, including the Medicare Part D Credible Coverage Notice, is now available for review and is required to be distributed to all covered individuals as part of federal employer compliance requirements. Employees can also request a paper copy from the Finance Department. To request a paper copy, please reach out to Karel Longan at klongan@durangoschools.org .]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 17:15:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner, Annie Scherer]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1979482</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Andrea (Annie) Scherer, a Cook at Park Elementary (PKE),  was nominated as an Agile Thinker by Lianne Nicholson, Cafeteria Manager at PKE. Lianne says “This school year, Annie took on a new task of preparing fresh fruit for the students of Park Elementary. Annie demonstrates being an Agile Thinker, by embracing the new task and tackling it quickly and efficiently.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Oct 2024 14:32:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner Briley Kramer]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1975793</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Briley Kramer, a Kindergarten teacher at Needham Elementary School, was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator, Resilient Risk-Taker, and Confident Communicator by Karen Berger, Kindergarten teacher at Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary. Karen says  “Briley was a resilient risk-taker when she hosted a learning lab in her classroom in the fourth week of school."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 11:39:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Message from Dr. Karen Cheser]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1972407</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Colleagues, 
I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your exceptional efforts in ensuring a great start to this school year. Your dedication and hard work have not gone unnoticed, and I'm thrilled to share some of the positive outcomes we've already observed.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 16:16:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner, Mary Ebens]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1972353</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mary Ebens, Principal at Sunnyside Elementary School (SSE), was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator, Resilient Risk-Taker, Agile Thinker, Creative Problem-Solver, Confident Communicator, and Courageous Leader by Sabra Day, an Administrative Assistant the SSE. Sabra  says “I have never seen a principal put the amount of blood, sweat & tears into their students that Mary does.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:06:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! winner, Michael Tom]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1968799</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Michael Tom, a Parent/Guardian Liaison, was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Gabriella Gething, a Preschool Enrichment Teacher/ Title IV Liaison at Riverview Elementary.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2024 16:31:22 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet Frank Mutz, new Director of Facilities]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1968732</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Frank Mutz comes to the Durango School District from his current position of Director of Recreation and Facilities at Idlewild Baptist Church in Tampa, Florida. Frank and his wife, Stacey, both native Californians, have four daughters: Heather, Emily, Sarah, and Kasey. They are extremely excited about their transition to Durango.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2024 16:27:50 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall 2024 staff vaccine clinics]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1968635</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will again offer vaccine clinics for Durango School District staff.  Clinics will start at the end of September.  Available vaccines will include: Influenza (flu), COVID-19 (Moderna or Pfizer), Shingles, Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis), Pneumonia, and Hepatitis B.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2024 16:02:10 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ESP PD Day, September 16]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1965411</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monday, Sept. 16 is a professional development day for Education Support Professionals. Click headline for detailed information about the day's schedule.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Sep 2024 16:52:02 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Some Best Practices for School Safety]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1964774</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As we start the school year, Dan Kenney, Director of Safety/Security & Risk Management, offers these best practices to help keep schools and students safe.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Sep 2024 16:35:27 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall vaccine clinic schedule – Fall, 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1965395</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will again offer vaccine clinics for Durango School District staff.  Clinics will start at the end of September.  The full schedule of clinics is below - staff will begin receiving emails with registration details in mid-September.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Sep 2024 16:15:55 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Growing Language and Literacy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1964750</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Key English language development practices for multilingual learners are designed to support multilingual (ML) students as they access English content within the general education classroom, helping them acquire language skills and understand content more effectively.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Sep 2024 16:31:38 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Finance FAQs - Who do I call?]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1962348</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We have assembled a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) that we get from employees who are needing guidance on where to direct a question. If your question is not found on the list below, please check the Finance Policies and Procedures Guide.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Sep 2024 16:22:29 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Durango School District & FLC offer Teacher Licensure Apprenticeship Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1954695</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Don’t have your Bachelor’s Degree yet but wanting to pursue a fantastic career as a teacher?  Please see below for an amazing opportunity.

Durango School District, in partnership with Fort Lewis College School of Education, is planning an Apprenticeship Program for Teacher Licensure that is designed to support individuals who do not yet hold a Bachelor’s Degree and are interested in obtaining their Bachelor’s Degree and their Teaching License.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Aug 2024 10:06:11 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab field trips and school visits]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1954461</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab will be hosting field trips again this school year! Our gardens are exploding with produce and we cannot wait to welcome students from across the school district on field trips. We are excited to offer field trip opportunities to ALL educators and staff across the school district this year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:35:32 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Supporting Student Behavior Across All Tiers]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1954438</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for attending the Supporting Behaviors Across All Tiers professional development on August 15, 2024 at Fort Lewis College.  We are excited to engage in ongoing collaboration and alignment across our system that addresses Student Wellness across all grades and all tiers.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:11:49 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[$600 state grants available for teachers]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1949383</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colorado teachers can get a quick $600 for classroom supplies or learning
materials through a state grant program that opened Tuesday.
But applicants have to be quick, too.
Funded with $2.7 million in COVID relief funding, the program will end as
soon as the money runs out. The grant program, similar to one offered last fall,
is open to public school educators who teach preschool to 12th grade.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Aug 2024 15:11:33 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Local McDonald’s Owners Announce Continuation of $2,000 to Teachers Every Two Weeks]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1949373</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rocky Mountain McDonald’s Owner/Operators are once again providing K-12 teachers the opportunity to apply for $2,000 to improve the learning experiences for their students during the 2024-2025 school year. The program is going into its third school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:53:06 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Convocation All-Staff Event Wednesday, Aug. 14]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1949336</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our all-staff Opening Day event will be Wednesday, Aug. 14 at Durango High School. Breakfast will begin at 7:30 a.m., An introduction by Dr. Karen Cheser, and student PoG presentations  will be from  8:00 - 9:30 a.m. 
This year’s PoG Academy for teachers will begin at 9:45 a.m. and run until 3:30 p.m., with a lunch break. Please note, lunch will not be provided.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:04:39 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner Shawn Mills]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1930793</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Shawn Mills is a Custodian at Park Elementary School (PKE). He was nominated as a Courageous Leader by Taylor Songer, Art teacher at PKE. Taylor says “Shawn does an exceptional job keeping the art room clean (which is no small task)! He has a positive attitude and a work ethic that deserves recognition! "]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2024 12:29:30 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join FLC for unparalleled professional development, June 17-21]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1910868</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Gear up for a teaching and rafting adventure with "Educators on the Water" guided by FLOW experts on June 17-21 and earn 3 graduate credits through Fort Lewis College (FLC).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2024 09:29:24 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Message From Karen Cheser, Superintendent]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1927780</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Colleagues,
Thank you for your continued dedication to our students and our mission to ensure they can find and live out their Ikigai. You are making such a tremendous difference in their lives! Unfortunately, our state is inadequately funding schools at a level that ranks 49th in the country. I testified before the legislature a couple weeks ago on the even greater costs remote/ rural districts like ours are encountering—such as greater supply and building costs (at $600 a square foot), transportation costs, and resource access costs. We are doing everything we can to increase salaries and wages and are at 87% of our budget being spent on salaries and wages, much higher than other districts, and this does create challenges in funding other areas, such as maintenance of our buildings.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2024 14:07:53 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner, Jordan Englehart]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1927750</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Jordan Englehart teaches Engineering  at Durango High School (DHS). He was nominated as a  Courageous Leader by Nathan VanArsdale, the Impact Center Facilitator. Nathan says “Jordan regularly, courageously leads his students to inspirational levels of success! Jordan volunteers his time after school on a regular basis so that he can be there for his robotics students as they test, analyze, and improve their designs."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2024 13:35:55 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[9-R Staff Appreciation Celebration, May 16]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1927208</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We'd like to remind everyone of the upcoming 9-R Staff Appreciation Celebration is this Thursday, May 16, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Morehart Murphy Subaru, 450 Wilson Drive in Three Springs.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2024 15:17:10 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner, Nicki Collette]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1924766</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nicki Colette is the Kitchen Manager at Animas Valley Elementary (AVE). She was nominated as a Courageous Leader by Mandy Jones and Melissa Kemp, the Preschool Team at AVE. They say “Nicki joined us last fall at AVE and has quickly shown us courageous leadership of gastronomic proportions as she nutritiously feeds the children of the Hermosa Valley and beyond the northern end of Durango!"]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2024 16:40:27 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Employee Insurance Open Enrollment Now Open]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1914236</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open Enrollment for Employee Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage for the 2024-2025 School Year is here! Please access the 2024-25 Benefit guide here. Unless you have a Qualifying Life Event this is the time of year to make any insurance changes.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2024 15:29:53 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner, David Theobald]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1921109</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[David Theobald, is a district-wide Maintenance Engineer. He was nominated as a Courageous Leader by  Brandon Perkins, a Maintenance Supervisor for the district. Brandon says “ I have nominated David Theobald due to the fact that David will always go above and beyond to help his fellow teammates to make sure all task get completed in a timely and safe manner.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2024 13:45:57 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SPARK Education offers summer courses]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1921053</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[SPARK Education and Durango 9-R are teaming up to offer online, self-paced summer courses in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and Gifted students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2024 12:47:22 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Teacher pay, how do we compare]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1917563</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We often hear that Colorado Teacher Salaries rank as some of the lowest nationally, especially for starting teachers.  The investments we have made in our systems have moved us away from these statistics for our state.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 20:58:28 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner, Jim Creek]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1917357</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Jim Creek is a Bus Driver for the district. He was nominated as a Courageous Leader by Meaghan Anderson, an ESS teacher at Durango High School.
Meaghan says ”Jim has been taking the students up to Purgatory for SOS (Snowboarding Outreach) this winter. He always has a kind smile, quick to help out, and is a leader."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 12:09:07 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join UNC’s Fall 2024 Online Cohort and Make a Difference]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1917265</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The University of Northern Colorado (UNC) is accepting applications for the fall Gifted Education online programs. The curriculum for these programs aligns with the current Colorado Department of Education standards for gifted and talented educators.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 10:25:27 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! winner, Megan Aragon]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1914056</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Megan Aragon is a Cook at  Escalante Middle School (EMS). She was nominated as an Agile Thinker by Beverly Lopez, a Cook at EMS. Beverly says “When looking at the list of attributes of the Portrait of a Graduate,  Megan Aragon checks all the boxes."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 10:23:37 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! winner, Abbey Flint]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1910836</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Abbey Flint is a 1st Grade teacher at Animas Valley Elementary School (AVE). She was nominated as a Confident Communicator by Melissa Kemp & Mandy Jones the Pre-K team at AVE. They say “Hats off to Abbey Flint, a confident communicator who helps children LOVE school! Her students understand how fun and important school is because she speaks to them in such a kind and confident way, her messages are not mixed up or ambiguous."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2024 16:06:56 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Employee Appreciation Party]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1911131</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Durango Education Foundation is hosting an Employee Appreciation Celebration on May 16 at Morehart Murphy Subaru in Three Springs.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2024 14:46:47 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[4 Corners Computer Science Convening]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1907795</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[4 Corners Computer Science Convening is for K-12 educators and administrators that work directly with Native American students. If you already teach CS OR are curious about teaching CS OR would like to connect with others doing similar work, this conference is for you]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Apr 2024 14:22:35 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner, Suzanne Hartley]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1907755</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Suzanne Hartley is an Administrative Assistant at the District Office. She was nominated as a courageous leader by Natasha Alexander, an HR Generalist.
Natasha says “Suzanne deserves this nomination for being a selfless, courageous leader! During a recent morning snow storm, Suzanne noticed the accumulating snow on the district office front steps and immediately took action shoveling."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Apr 2024 14:06:26 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Make your to-do list Google Tasks]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1905379</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you are someone who makes lists to keep your life in order AND you find it incredibly satisfying to cross things off that list, then Google Tasks is a tech tool you should try! First off, it lives in the same area as your email, so it's a great reminder of what you need to keep up with while you have your inbox open.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2024 15:52:37 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff has first pick of moving sale items for district office relocation]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1899370</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On June 1, 2024, after 107 years in education, the historic high school and administrative building at 201 E. 12th Street will be vacated and officially handed over to its new owners – the City of Durango. In April, Durango School District 9-R administrative staff will move in to the Columbine Center in Bodo Park, 281 Sawyer Drive, #100. In the midst of this busy move, it’s also time to squeeze in a farewell to the building.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2024 15:49:29 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award winner, Kirsten Nygren-Formea]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1899117</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Kirsten Nygren-Formea is the Administrative Assistant to the Principal at Riverview Elementary School (RVE). She was nominates as a Resilient Risk-taker, Creative Problem-Solver, Agile Thinker, Confident Communicator, and Courageous Leader by 24 staff members at RVE. They say “We have nominated Kirsten because she is an excellent example of the Portrait of a Graduate."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2024 10:12:11 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award winner, Karen Patrum]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1896286</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Karen Patrum, Art Teacher at Needham Elementary School (NDE) was nominated as a  Courageous leader by Marina Galasso, student teacher at Needham.

Marina says “I am a FLC college student in my final semester student teaching and working with Karen (an art teacher of 17 years) has been very inspiring.  I see the energy, humor and communication she brings to each class, even when she is tired or it's been a long day."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2024 14:32:19 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award winner, Rebecca Cummins]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1888587</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rebecca Cummins is an Intervention Teacher at Miller Middle School (MMS). She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Daniel Ciluffo, a Teacher at MMS.
 Daniel says “Becki is a new intervention teacher at Miller who is supporting our classes with the most need. In the first three weeks of her being in my classroom she has shown up with a supportive and flexible stance, making connections with individual students and jumping in where she sees the need."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2024 09:40:23 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DEF Spring grant applications open]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1889085</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Durango Education Foundation has opened its spring grant application. We want to fund your classroom needs and great ideas! Application due by March 28.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2024 09:20:30 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Message from Dr. Karen Cheser]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1888920</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As we traverse through the academic year, I am profoundly grateful for the dedication and unwavering commitment each of you has shown towards our students' success. Your passion for education and tireless efforts in nurturing our students' growth are truly commendable. You are modeling our Portrait of a Graduate competencies for our students, helping them be prepared for whatever career (Ikigai) they choose!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2024 17:39:30 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dreaming & Designing IEP & Transition Resource Night, Apr. 17]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1888766</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Peak Parent Center is presenting a Dreaming & Designing IEP & Transition Resource Night, Apr. 17 at The Impact Career Innovation Center at Durango High School. Dreaming and Designing IEPs training will be from 4:30-6:00 p.m. and Resource Fair will be 6:00-7:30 p.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:15:39 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mountain Studies Institute's San Juan Resilience Youth Summit]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1888740</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mountain Studies Institute's (MSI) annual San Juan Resilience Youth Summit is coming up on Mar. 12, 2024 from 8:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m. at Fort Lewis College. 
 The San Juan Resilience Youth Summit (SJRYS) is a student-facilitated professional scientific research summit geared specifically for middle and high school students in the San Juan Mountain communities.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2024 12:51:38 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Durango Independent Film Fest–Virtual REEL Learning School Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1888603</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Once again, the Durango Independent Film Festival is pleased to offer our free REEL Learning School Program to staff and students of La Plata County Schools. This year, the REEL Learning School Program will be virtual, which has the potential to allow more people to view the films.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2024 11:06:53 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award winner, Cassie Segura]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1887585</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Casandra Segura is Special Education paraprofessional at Needham Elementary (NDE). She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by  Sallie Kautter, a Counselor at NDE. Sallie says “ Cassie is such a high quality para and colleague here at Needham. She is willing to step up and help out when staff are absent and handles every student situation with respect, care and concern."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2024 16:48:25 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner, Hannah Hendry]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1885813</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hannah Hendry is an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher at Animas Valley Elementary (AVE). She was nominated as a resilient risk-taker by Mandy Jones and Melissa Kemp, the Preschool team at AVE. 
They say “ Hannah Hendry is a bright light for our preschool students. She helps us try new things by implementing solutions to potential problems with resources and new ideas."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Feb 2024 14:08:22 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Personalizing learning through edtech PD Sessions in March and May]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1885143</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you are interested in spending a day this spring learning how to use edtech in your classroom as a way to engage and empower learners while personalizing instruction, click headline and reserve your spot.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Feb 2024 13:48:17 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner, John Whalen]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1882110</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week’s winner is John Whalen, a Bus Driver/Trainer. He was nominated for a Bravo! Award by Steph Sherman, Administrative Assistant at Fort Lewis Elementary School (FLME). She says “On October 13th there was a terrible rollover just south of FLME. The truck caught on fire while bystanders were trying to get the man out of the truck.  John saw the accident after finishing his evening route and, because all Durango 9-R buses have a fire extinguisher on them, he was able to put out the fire and help get the man out through the windshield before first responders even arrived."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Feb 2024 16:57:53 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner, Shelli Moore]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1878084</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Shelli More is a 5th Grade Teacher at Animas Valley Elementary (AVE). She was nominated as a Resilient Risk-taker by Melissa Kemp & Mandy Jones, the PreK team at AVE. They say “Once upon a time, in the town of Durango, lived a wonderful woman who loved 5th grade. She taught for many years and decided she might be done. She dabbled with intervention and other skills at the school, meeting the 4th graders soon to be in 5th. When a 5th grade spot was open, she thought, "Should I go back to that 5th grade land?"]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2024 11:32:50 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Leasing For Locals Rental Subsidy Voucher Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1878003</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The City of Durango ‘Leasing for Locals Rental Subsidy Voucher Program’ has a few remaining two-bedroom rental units (6 available) at the Gauge Apartments complex located at 1275 Escalante Drive, Durango, CO 81301 (just behind Home Depot). Applications will be reviewed on first come first serve basis.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2024 10:38:05 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DEA and DESPA Negotiations Update]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1874601</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Update on DEA and DESPA Negotiations:  The DEA and DESPA Negotiation Teams met on January 19 to continue discussions on Article 3, Negotiations Process.  The team used the interest-based process to determine new language for 2024-2025 Master Agreements for both DEA and DESPA regarding Negotiations timeline.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 16:57:51 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner, Will Dodd]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1874816</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Will Dodd, Athletic Director & Head PE Coach at Escalante Middle School (EMS) , was nominated as a Courageous Leader by Cassandra Gartin, PE Coach at EMS. She says “Coach Dodd works effortlessly to encourage, communicate effectively and naturally inspire his students and players.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 16:42:50 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Additional Sections of CLD and Gifted Courses Available]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1874615</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[San Juan BOCES will sponsor added sections of the CLD and Gifted courses (all levels).  9R teachers are invited to participate. 

Originally, one "round" of courses was offered, starting in September of 2023 and ending in December 2024.  However, because of a significant need to provide a flexible way for our regional teachers to meet the EL PD requirement while also learning about gifted education, additional sections have been added, at no cost to participants.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 12:02:11 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner, Tana Kelly]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1870407</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tana Kelly is the SPED Instructional Paraprofessional at Sunnyside Elementary School (SSE). She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Autumn Frickel, School Counselor at SSE. Autumn says “Tana embodies Empathetic Collaborator.  She comes to work with a positive attitude every day and connects with every student she comes in contact with at school.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jan 2024 14:50:53 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ISTE Live 24 Edtech Conference, June 23-26, 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1871051</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[ISTE Live 24 is an Edtech conference that is sure to inspire and invigorate teachers. The conference will be held from June 23 to 26, 2024 in Denver, Colorado. With 900+ strategy-packed sessions and a massive edtech expo hall, ISTE Live 24 is the perfect opportunity for educators to discover their next adventure, collaboration, project, favorite tech tool, and friend.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jan 2024 14:17:24 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PBL Workshop 101 for Educators]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1871030</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Are you interested in how to design a unit that enables students to put the Portrait of a Graduate into action, while engaging students in standards-driven, deeper learning opportunities? PBL Works Facilitators are coming to Durango to deliver an incredible three-day PBL 101 Workshop June 3-5, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jan 2024 13:42:26 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner, Becca Albright]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1866574</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Becca Albright works across the district as an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher. She was nominated as an Agile Thinker by Jessica Donnaway, Speech Language Pathologist. Jessica says “Becca is such an asset to our team. She is so skilled as a play facilitator to draw out the abilities of preschoolers we are evaluating."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2024 11:37:17 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DEA and DESPA Negotiation Teams Update]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1866404</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The DEA and DESPA Negotiation Teams met on January 9 to engage in professional development on the interest based negotiations process.  After the professional development, the team reviewed the upcoming calendar of dates for the negotiation teams, identified the articles and aspects of the master agreements that they would review during the upcoming negotiation sessions, and began the interest-based process on Article 3, Negotiations Procedure.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2024 10:28:13 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Are You Interested In Earning An Ed.S. In School Psychology While Living And Working In Your Rural Community?]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1862646</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Psychology Rural Hybrid Ed.S. Program gives rural-based graduate students the opportunity to take part in the coursework, practical experience, and research opportunities needed to work with rural Colorado children of all developmental abilities and their families.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jan 2024 17:14:38 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner, Erin Henthorn]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1858198</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Erin Henthorm is an Administrative Assistant in Student Support Services. She was nominated as a Courageous Leader by Mindi Kondrat, Administrative Assistant the The Hub. Mindi says “Erin exemplifies many POG traits, but I personally admire and appreciate the courageous leader in her. Her actions serve as a guiding light for co-workers such as myself."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2023 12:39:16 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner Jenna O'Donnell]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1855773</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Jenna O’Donnell, a 2nd Grade Teacher at Animas Valley Elementary School (AVE), was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Mandy Jones and Mellissa Kemp, Pre-K team at AVE. They say “Jenna O'Donnell is a great model for our children. She knows when to ask for help and how to help others."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Dec 2023 14:48:36 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Compensation Increase for Licensed Staff, Student Service Providers, and Educational Support Professional Approved]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1852172</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Both DEA and DESPA ratified the tentative agreement that was brought forward by the DEA and DESPA Negotiation Teams for a 3% compensation increase.  This was presented to the Board of Education at the November 28 meeting for their review and action.

The Board of Education approved a 3% increase to the hourly pay rates for Education Support Professionals on Tuesday, November 28 at the Board of Education Meeting.  This hourly rate increase is retroactive to the start of the letter of intent for the 2023-2024 school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2023 17:08:36 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spanish for Educators Classes in 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1852133</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's exciting to see such high demand for conversational Spanish for Educators classes this winter!  Due to the level of interest, we are offering each course twice to enable more staff to participate.  Here are the details and ERO information for the classes.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2023 16:01:59 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award winner, Nico Christopher]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1851270</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nico Christopher is an ESS Resource Teacher at Park Elementary (PKE).
She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Chelsi Olson and Gianna Fable, 4th grade teachers at PKE. They say “Nico is an incredible ESS teacher. She willing to collaborate with teachers, assisting them in meeting the needs of the students she serves when they are not in the general education classroom."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2023 14:12:27 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[City To Enforce Parking Permits At District Office]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1850785</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As ownership of the district office building changes, in the coming weeks the City of The City of Durango will begin monitoring the west-facing back parking lot at the District Office. It will be required to have a parking permit to avoid a ticket. Monitoring for compliance will begin Dec. 1.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 19:29:59 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[EdTech Tip: My Short Answer]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1850776</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's Ed Tech Tip is courtesy of Deidre Hiles, who is one of Miller Middle School's fabulous Spanish teachers. My Short Answer is a website that fosters anonymous peer feedback for students in an engaging manner. Teachers simply add a question or writing prompt, and then assign criteria to that question so that students will have some guidelines as to how they will be assessing one another.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 18:54:39 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner Tori Simpson]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1847117</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tori Simpson, Special Education Teacher at Sunnyside Elementary School (SSE),  was nominated as a Creative Problem-solver by  Autumn Frickel, School Counselor at SSE. Autumn says “Tori started school this year as a new special education teacher. She has been working hard to understand her students and solve problems on the fly with both teachers and students."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 10:10:19 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spanish For Educators Classes Coming In 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1847100</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Are you interested in building or reawakening conversational Spanish skills?  Would you like to feel more comfortable building connections with Spanish-speaking students and families in their own language?  If so, join our 5-week conversational Spanish class.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 09:47:56 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[City of Durango Launches Leasing for Locals]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1846655</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The City of Durango Housing Innovation Division launched a new housing program called “Leasing for Locals” Rental Subsidy Voucher Program and has extended the application window.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2023 11:43:32 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Insurance Premium Holiday]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1844225</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Happy news! As part of Durango School District 9-R's (9-R)  membership in the Colorado Employer Benefit Trust (CEBT) health insurance pool, sometimes employers will get rebates based on total pool usage. 9-R was notified this year that the results of employee usage across the entire pool (not just 9-R but all employers) allowed CEBT to issue a rebate.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2023 15:33:04 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winners, Shonda Chumley & Rick White]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1844240</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Shonda Chumley, Roving Kitchen Manager,  and Rick White, Cook, make up the kitchen team at Animas Valley Elementary (AVE). They  were nominated as Empathetic Collaborators by Melissa Kemp and Mandy Jones, PreK instructors at AVE. They say “What better way to empathetically collaborate with our student body than with DELICIOUS FOOD! Somehow the school lunches are magically transformed by the love these two chefs cook and serve into the food for our growing youngsters!"]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2023 15:02:24 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PD Day Schedule, Monday Nov. 6]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1840301</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are excited for the upcoming ESP Professional Development Day on November 6!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Nov 2023 16:19:10 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner, Chris Skinner]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1839520</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Chris Skinner, 8th Grade Science Teacher at Escalante Middle School (EMS), was nominated by Teri Kopack, ELA Teacher at EMS, and mom to an EMS 8th grader. Teri says “Chris Skinner has already made a HUGE impression and impact on my son's excitement for learning in the first few weeks of school."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 14:33:07 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner Jose Barajas]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1836536</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Jose Barajas, Evening Custodian at Sunnyside Elementary (SSE), was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Mary Ebens, Sunnyside Principal, and the SSE staff.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 14:16:38 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The Office of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education – Virtual Workshop with Natasha Quiroga]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1836488</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[he Colorado Department of Education CLDE Office will offer Colorado educators a virtual workshop series provided by Natasha Quiroga. This is a virtual workshop series focused on supporting the immigrant students and families of Colorado. Teachers can earn up to 4.5 hours towards the ELD PD requirement for teacher license renewal.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Oct 2023 17:01:41 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner, Jonathon Morgan]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1832888</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Jonathon Morgan, 9-R Facilities Director, was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Chris Coleman, District COO. 
Chris says “ In my short time at 9-R, I have watched Jon work collaboratively with internal team members, vendors/contractors and community members to achieve common goals."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 13:59:10 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner, Katie Choate]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1829354</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Katie Choate, Art & Music Teacher at Animas Valley Elementary School (AVE), was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Melissa Kemp & Mandy Jones, Preschool staff at AVE. They say “KD Choate is quite an amazing artistic and compassionate teacher and a champion of empathetically collaborating at Animas Valley.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 16:04:52 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Safety Training Day, Nov. 6]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1829322</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango School District is hosting an essential training for teachers, school safety teams, administrators, law enforcement and other stakeholders who are invested in school safety.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 14:42:17 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Conference Day, Oct.16, No Classes]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1829247</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monday, Oct. 16 is a Conference Day at all district schools. There are no classes. Conference hours for staff are: elementary 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., middle & high school 11 a.m.-7 p.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 14:32:48 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner, Stephanie Hoar]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1825719</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Stephanie Hoar, Special Education Teacher at Riverview Elementary (RVE), was nominated as a Courageous Leader by Kelly Clance, Special Ed Paraprofessional at RVE.
Kelly says “Steph has gone above and beyond for Riverview for years, taking on much more than she should.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2023 13:01:02 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ed Tech Tip: Edpuzzle]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1824242</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's featured tool is a timeless gem: Edpuzzle. Edpuzzle is the ultimate companion to elevate student engagement when incorporating video content into your lessons.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 13:45:28 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner, Michol Brammer]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1821465</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Michol  Brammer, Principal at Animas Valley Elementary School (AVE), was nominated  as a Courageous Leader by Mandy Jones & Melissa Kemp, AVE staff.

They say “ We all can see why Michol Brammer has become a principal! She embodies the portrait of a graduate of a courageous leader for all that we encounter in our school daily journey!"]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Sep 2023 12:50:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA["Donors Choose" Classroom Funding Grants Extended]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1818187</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Given the popular demand of the first round of grants, Gov. Jared Polis announced today he is dedicating an additional $6.7 million in federal Governor's Emergency Education Relief (GEER) funding to support the needs of hardworking Colorado teachers.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2023 16:30:26 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet Beep, Voice Feedback  Chrome Extension]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1817325</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Meet Beep, the voice feedback Chrome Extension that allows you to easily leave voice notes and feedback right on student work in Google Docs and Google Classroom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2023 12:05:06 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner, Carl Pederson]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1817295</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Carl Pederson, School Resource Officer at Miller Middle School (MMS), was nominated as a Courageous Leader by Amy Russell and Linda McFarlane, teachers at MMS.  They say  “Officer Pederson exemplifies so many of the Portrait of a Graduate traits. Carl is empathetic to the challenges facing families, staff members, and students."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2023 11:38:20 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner, Amanda Peter]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1814312</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Amanda Peter, Life Skills Teacher at Escalante Middle School, was nominated as a Resilient Risk-taker by Maggie Hanna, a Behavior Analyst in Student Support Services.  Maggie says “Amanda's unwavering dedication and innovation have consistently empowered her students to allow them to develop crucial skills for success. "]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Sep 2023 16:13:20 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[September 18 Education Support Professionals (ESP) Professional Development Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1814257</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are excited for the upcoming ESP Professional Development Day on September 18! Please review the schedules for the day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Sep 2023 15:48:31 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ed Tech Tip: Use Scribe For How-To-Guides]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1813108</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Scribe is a Google Chrome Extension that utilizes AI to create clean and easy to follow "How-to-guides" based upon the navigation of the user's mouse.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Sep 2023 13:31:50 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Who can assist with my questions?]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1810438</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Every year we provide a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) to our new staff to assist them in getting to the right person to assist them with their questions. Be it resources, keys, badges, W-2 information, name changes, etc.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:57:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Magic School AI Assists Teachers with Routine Tasks]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1810422</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Matt Smith is the Instructional Technology Specialist for the district, he researches, tests, and recommends technology that can assist teachers and students. This week, Matt recommends that Durango School District teachers bookmark Magic School AI.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:24:02 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner Kevin Quine]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1809658</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Kevin Quine, a district-wide Maintenance Engineer, was nominated by Duane Tucker, Assistant Principal at Riverview Elementary School. Duane says “Kevin is an example of a "find a need and fill it" Crew member."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 14:40:45 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Inclusive Education Professional Development Day, Sept. 18]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1807166</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Julie Causton and Dr. Kristie Pretti-Frontczak, esteemed experts in the field of Inclusive Schooling, who will be joining us for an enlightening session on inclusive education on Sept. 18. This is a significant step in our journey towards creating a more inclusive school district, and we are excited to embark on this professional development opportunity together.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:33:51 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CDE Makes Supply Grants Available for Teachers]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1803169</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Starting on Aug. 24, 2023, the Colorado Department of Education will award 12,000 teachers up to $1,000 in Federal COVID Relief funding to Colorado classroom teachers’ projects requesting resources to support students in response to COVID-19.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2023 12:42:23 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Time-saving Chrome Extensions for Teachers]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1803030</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Curriculum Department's Matt Smith, Technology Integration Specialist, is offering a Professional Development (PD) session to help teachers leverage Chrome extensions to be able to accomplish the following tasks more efficiently.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2023 09:53:18 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Making the PoG a School Reality]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1797332</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As we enter the third year of our Portrait of a Graduate (PoG), we have lot of new PoG tools ready for use in classrooms. School leaders will continue to guide the site-based PD plans to increase future-focused, PoG practices at each school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Aug 2023 16:27:09 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Opening Day All-Staff Event, August 16]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1794455</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The district will hold an Opening Day event on Wednesday, August 16, beginning at 7:30 a.m. for all staff. Breakfast will begin at 7:30 with a presentation beginning at  8:00 a.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 14:10:35 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spark Education presents: Durango 9R - Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and Gifted]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1777110</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Spark Education is presenting three 15-hour courses related to gifted and high potential CLD Students. This training meets CLDE recertification requirement! 
The first self-paced course begins September 11.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jun 2023 13:36:32 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner Jennifer Killins]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1770296</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Jennifer Killins is a Special Education Teacher at Animas Valley Elementary School (AVE). She was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Amy Kakavas, 5th Grade Teacher at AVE.  Amy says “I am nominating Jenny Killins because she exemplifies what it means to be an Empathetic Collaborator."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 May 2023 16:43:17 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Path to Homeownership Workshops]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1722599</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Members of The Wells Group Real Estate, HomesFund and local lenders are offering several one-hour workshops called Path to Homeownership to educate buyers about mortgage loans and down payment assistance programs geared toward helping La Plata County locals purchase a home.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 May 2023 16:41:58 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner Jeffrey Hines]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1767685</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Jeffrey Hines is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). He was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Erin Dimas, an Occupational Therapist with 9-R. Erin says “Jeff is a caring and compassionate COTA and a valuable part of the motor team."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 May 2023 12:35:42 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sustainability for Education Professional Learning Opportunity - Register Now!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1764473</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Cloud Institute will be hosting an incredible professional learning opportunity available at no cost to all teachers August 1st and 2nd in Durango.  This PD will focus on how to integrate sustainability for education frameworks into your existing curricular resources, across content areas.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 May 2023 14:55:06 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DEF 9-R Employee Appreciation Event, May 18]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1751327</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The DEF 9-R Employee Appreciation Event for all district employees will be held May 18, from 4:30-6:30 p.m at Morehart Murphy Subaru, located at 450 Wilson Gulch Drive in Three Springs. There will be free food by Switchback Tacos, free beer and wine, door prizes, and awards. No RSVP is necessary.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 May 2023 11:20:23 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner Leslie Van Lindt]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1763802</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Leslie Van Lindt is the Administrative Assistant at Animas Valley Elementary School (AVE). She was nominated as a Creative Problem-solver by Mandy Jones and Melissa Kemp, Preschool Teacher & Preschool Para at AVE.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 May 2023 11:21:38 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Be Inspired by What's New & Next in Education]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1761206</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Are you a teacher interested in learning how you can transform your instruction and provide innovative opportunities for students to demonstrate the Portrait of a Graduate? We have the opportunity to send a small group of teachers to the ISTE Live 23 program June 25th-28th in Philadelphia.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 May 2023 14:28:55 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May Tech Tip: Infusing AI in the Classroom]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1759991</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This Summer, Infused Classroom is offering a free training program meant to get teachers ready for a new school year with ideas for using AI in their own teaching and - when possible - with students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2023 10:17:45 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Amanda Lopez]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1759963</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Amanda Lopez is a PE Teacher & Coach at Shared School. She was nominated as a Creative Problem Solver by Deb Nielsen, a Shared School Teacher.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2023 16:55:38 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Nabin Gurung]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1757608</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nabin Gurung is a Custodian at Big Picture High School. He was nominated as a Courageous Leader by Chantey Webbe, an ELA teacher at Big Picture.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2023 17:21:21 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2-Step Verification For Email]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1757564</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As part of the Durango School District 9-R’s ongoing efforts to increase online security and reduce the number of phishing attacks, the district is taking new security measures.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2023 16:21:52 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LPEA Provides Funding Opportunities]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1753717</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Did you know LPEA provides funding opportunities for schools within our service territory?]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Apr 2023 10:03:48 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Michael Torres]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1753250</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Michael Torres is the Day Roaming Custodian at Animas Valley Elementary. He was nominated as a Creative Problem-solver and an Empathetic Collaborator by Elle Runyan, Emily Stone, Mandy Jones, and Melissa Kemp.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Apr 2023 11:47:27 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Education Case Study Findings]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1753576</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Results are in from the Special Education Survey that was sent out on February 4th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Apr 2023 11:15:41 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Employee Insurance Open Enrollment Now Available]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1751384</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open Enrollment for Employee Health, Dental and Vision Coverage for the 2023-2024 School Year is now active. This is the only time of the year you can make changes to your benefits without a qualifying Life Event.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2023 10:25:07 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Listening Sessions Scheduled for April & May]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1751340</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will be holding listening sessions at each school during lunch in April and May.  At these sessions, we would love to hear your ideas for making your school, or the district in general, better.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Apr 2023 17:20:51 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Save The Date! Staff Budget Presentation And Feedback Session – May 16, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1751411</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Are you interested in learning about the school budget? Want to provide feedback on the budget for the 2023-2024 school year? Come hear about school district funding and budget projections for the 2023-2024 school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Apr 2023 16:34:49 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Abigail Perry]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1751367</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Abigail Perry is a Math teacher at Escalante Middle School (EMS). She was nominated as a Courageous Leader by Julie Huey, a Language Arts Teacher at EMS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:27:20 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May Tech Tip: You, too, Can Prevent Paper Jams!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1751229</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Things you can do to prevent paper jams:
* Use ONLY high quality, District-approved paper.
* Inspect the paper before loading.  If there are any tags, curled pages or bent corners - - DO NOT use.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Apr 2023 12:56:04 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winners Brandon Perkins, Ian Webster, Sangay Sherpa, and Geoff Reynolds]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1748768</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Brandon Perkins (not pictured), Ian Webster, Sangay Sherpa, Geoff Reynolds are maintenance staff, they were nominated by Shannon Morris for their Agile Thinking.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2023 09:20:24 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bullying & Harassment Policy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1746246</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our school district is committed to ensuring a safe and healthy learning environment for each of our students. All allegations of bullying should be reported, investigated, and appropriate actions must be taken to ensure the bullying stops.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Mar 2023 16:31:33 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Melissa Kemp]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1746170</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Melissa Kemp is a Preschool Para Professional at Animas Valley Elementary (AVE). She was nominated as a Courageous Leader by  Mandy Jones.  Mandy says “Melissa truly inspires me to be a better teacher because she is ALL of the portraits of a graduate. That is why I am nominating her as a Courageous Leader.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Mar 2023 14:27:01 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Update from Dr. Karen Cheser]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1746087</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Colleagues,
I hope you had a wonderful and relaxing spring break! We are looking forward to the next couple months of school and all of the amazing experiences you continue to provide for students-whether you are teaching in a classroom or supporting our schools in other important ways.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Mar 2023 12:53:15 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Paraprofessionals And Teachers Needed For ESY Summer Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1740079</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This summer we will be providing Extended School Year to students who qualify based on the Individualized Educational Programs. We are currently seeking special education licensed teachers and paraprofessionals who can serve our students who require these services.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Mar 2023 13:52:27 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[March Tech Tip: Zoom Upgrade]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1739128</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Zoom upgrades are necessary for Windows 10. Please follow these instructions to make the upgrade.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2023 20:24:51 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Marianna Poling]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1735584</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Marianna Poling is Dean of Students at Miller Middle School. She was nominated as a Courageous Leader, Confident Communicator, and Empathetic Collaborator by Amanda Ellis, Jenny DiBerardino, Linda McFarlane, Jenny Fitts Reynolds independently.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 15:52:33 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Workforce Housing Opportunities]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1729232</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Wells Group Real Estate and 1st Southwest Bank each have information to share about workforce housing.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2023 17:40:26 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CANM 2023 Teachers on Public Lands Program Seeks Teachers]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1729377</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Bureau of Land Management Tres Rios Field Office is seeking a teacher (K-12) for the Canyons of the Ancients National Monument 2023 Teachers on Public Lands (TPL) program.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2023 16:14:03 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Hannah Barovier]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1728746</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hannah Barovier is a Lead Preschool Teacher at Animas Valley Elementary (AVE). She was nominated as a Confident Communicator by Melissa Kemp and Mandy Jones.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2023 16:24:23 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Stephanie Sherman]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1725970</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Steph Sherman, an Administrative Assistant at Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary (FLME), was nominated as an Empathetic Collaborator by Jenny Imel, Principal at FLME.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 10:38:37 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[February Tech Tip: Protect Your Personal and Private Information]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1722695</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Now that we are in tax season, it’s important to remember that you should never email your tax documents and personal information without encrypting the email.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2023 15:48:12 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Emily Stone]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1722435</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Emily Stone, a Librarian/Administrative Assistant at Animas Valley Elementary, was nominated by Melissa Kemp a Preschool Para at Animas Valley. Melissa says “Emily is a great example of a Resilient Risk Taker at Animas Valley Elementary."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2023 10:49:18 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner Robyn Klein]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1717948</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Robyn Klein, a School Social Worker at Escalante, Animas Valley, and DHS, was nominated by Sarah Brooks, a School Psychologist at Florida Mesa and Escalante. Sarah says “Robyn is an amazing Social Worker who is constantly going above and beyond to support both staff and students. She is an integral member of her school communities and embodies all of the PoG competencies."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2023 16:19:58 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Awards Are Back, with a Twist]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1708391</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The new 2023 Bravo! PoG Rockstars awards offer an opportunity for you to recognize your colleagues. You can nominate any staff member who demonstrates Portrait of a Graduate (PoG) competencies as they go above and beyond for students and the district.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2023 16:15:25 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Demon Sauce Now Available]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1719024</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[After much research and development, the Food and Nutrition Services Department and Durango High School students are excited to announce the release of a hot sauce. Demon Sauce is produced and bottled locally by Durango Artisan Foods.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 17:12:45 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Award Winner Julie McCue]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1714426</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Julie McCue, a teacher at The Hub, was nominated by Claire Law, a Therapeutic Service Aid at The Hub. Claire says that Julie exemplifies a Courageous Leader.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2023 16:09:42 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! PoG Award Winner Tony Garcia]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1711457</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Lester "Tony" Garcia is our first  BRAVO! PoG Award winner. Tony Roderick, Assistant Principal at Florida Mesa Elementary nominated Tony.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2023 15:08:52 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tech Tip: Before You Ask Me... Ask ChatGPT]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1708329</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Using a language model like ChatGPT to have students ask questions is a way for teachers to
personalize the learning experience and make it more interactive. Here are a few ways teachers could use ChatGPT in their classrooms.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2023 13:26:45 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Transition Year Reminder For Employees Wanting A Transition Year In The 23/24 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1701342</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[January 16, 2023 is the deadline for staff who would like to retire at the end of the 2022-2023 school year, and request a year of post-retirement employment in the 2023-2024 school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2023 12:56:20 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thank You Bonus!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1708055</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On behalf of Durango School District 9-R and the Durango School District 9-R Board of Education, we would like to thank you for your continued dedication to our students and community!

All Education Support Professionals, Licensed Staff, Student Service Providers, and Administrative and Managerial/Technical staff will receive a Thank You Bonus on January 18, 2023!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2023 09:38:27 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Snow Day Frequently Asked Questions]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1704686</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The recent Snow Days brought in questions about how the District makes the decision whether or not to call a Snow Day. These FAQs will help clarify the process.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2023 17:05:06 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Employee Update on the FAMLI Program - December 15, 2022]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1701239</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We wanted to communicate additional information available to employees on the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment’s (CDLE) website.  The CDLE provides the information below on their website for employees who are working for opted-out local government organizations]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2022 13:32:35 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Important Update:  Expansion Of PHE Leave Reasons]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1698172</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As of November 11, 2022, the conditions covered by Colorado PHE Leave include health needs related to not just COVID-19, but also flu, respiratory syncytial virus (“RSV”), and similar respiratory illnesses. Those with flu or RSV symptoms already were likely covered as having COVID-19 symptoms — so a key impact of this expansion may be that coverage remains even if testing confirms someone has flu or RSV rather than COVID-19.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2022 15:56:57 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[December Tech Tip: Phishing Scams]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1694696</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here are some tips to recognize potential phishing scams. In addition to being misleading and deceptive, scams can also infect your device with viruses and malware.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2022 14:47:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tech Tip: Too Many Tabs Open]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1683316</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month's Tech Tip helps you navigate Google Chrome when you have too many tabs open.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2022 13:53:05 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Snow Day Decision Timeline]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1679752</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With winter approaching, people are interested in how the district makes the decision to call a snow day based on the weather.  This infographic outlines the decision making process.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2022 16:17:32 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October Is Dyslexia Awareness Month]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1670936</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[According to the Mayo Clinic, dyslexia is a learning disorder that involves difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words (decoding).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 12:11:13 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Escalante Math Teachers Exemplify Empathetic Collaboration]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1658062</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Escalante Middle School team of math teachers embodied our Portrait of a Graduate’s Empathetic Collaboration competency as they went all in on a new teaching structure: student triads working on vertical-non-permanent-surfaces, for improving student thinking through collaboration]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Workforce Rental Assistance Program Available]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1657960</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The La Plata Economic Development Alliance has collaborated with La Plata County, the City of Durango and First Southwest Bank to launch the  La Plata County Workforce Rental Assistance Program.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2022 16:27:52 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Professional Development: Gifted and High Potential CLD Students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1653941</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[FREE to all Durango School District Teachers: Asynchronous Online Learning opportunity! 15 hours of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Gifted Students' Needs, Level II, taught by Nisia Patalan. This course meets CDE re-licensure requirements.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2022 15:49:50 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Translation Services Available for Staff Use]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1648009</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[One of the presentations during the August 19 DEIB Training was Language Translation Services and guidelines on working with interpreters effectively.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2022 16:07:56 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School All-Staff Convocation, August 17, Miller Middle School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1641390</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us to celebrate the new school year, August 17, at Miller Middle School!
Breakfast 7:30-8:00 a.m. Presentations 8:00-9:30 a.m. Due to limited parking at Miller, transportation is available from your school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2022 14:15:20 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Safety Practices and Processes]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1619484</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Acts of targeted school violence can increase after a tragedy and before and after holidays. As the school year winds down, it is paramount that we revisit, reinforce, and strengthen our school safety practices and processes. To assist you in the coming days, weeks, and months, we want to provide you with resources, tools, and points of consideration.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2022 13:14:39 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Resource Fair-Save the Date]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1612793</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Durango Education Foundation (DEF) is excited to announce Durango's first ever Back to School Resource Fair on  August 24, 2022. This event will be a one-stop shop of programs and resources for students and their families. And we'd love to have you there to represent your school and/or organization.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 May 2022 14:00:55 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Teacher Workshop - FORESTS TO FAUCETS: My Water Comes from the San Juan Mountains]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1609500</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Registration is now open for two days of hands-on place-based teacher training designed around the children's book My Water Comes from the San Juan Mountains!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 May 2022 16:53:39 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Technology Tip:  Before You Buy, Call the IT Department:]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1608569</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The next time you want to buy that cool technology device or the latest software, please talk with your school’s technology tech.   It’s important to know if your current device can support that software.  What about that cool device, will it really do what you want?  The IT Department is here to help you make the best decision and save money.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2022 09:50:52 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Cassidy Bush]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1608509</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Cassidy Bush, 4/5 teacher at Sunnyside Elementary School was nominated by Autumn Frickel,  a School Counselor at Sunnyside.  Autumn says “Cassidy goes out of her way to build relationships with her students and help them socially, emotionally, and academically.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2022 09:00:27 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winners Steph Hoar and Melissa Halonen, and their SLS crew of paras.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1605500</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Steph Hoar and Melissa Halonen, and their SLS crew of Paras at Riverview Elementary, were nominated by Lindsay Neiman, Principal at Riverview. Lindsay says “I would like to nominate Steph Hoar and Melissa Halonen and their SLS Crew of paras for their dedication, energy, and most of all care they show each and every day to their students!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Apr 2022 09:26:13 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Paraprofessional Pipeline]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1602425</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Western Colorado University & Fort Lewis College are partnering through a CEEDAR Grant to provide intensive mentor & paraprofessional training along with a technology incentive package for paraprofessionals enrolling in our special education teacher licensure programs.  For more information, click on headline.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2022 15:16:28 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rural Inservice Educator Stipend (RIES)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1602397</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Colorado Center for Rural Education and the Colorado Department of Higher Education encourage talented inservice PK-12 educators working in a rural Colorado school district to pursue the necessary qualifications to: (a) teach concurrent enrollment courses, (b) add an additional endorsement; or (c) fulfill a local faculty need.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2022 14:58:21 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Lisa Taylor]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1601906</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Lisa Taylor, a 9-R District Bus Driver, was nominated by Teri Kopack, DHS ELA 1 and College Prep teacher. Teri says “ Lisa Taylor is my son's afternoon bus driver. She is amazing! Recently my son had a rough day at school and entered the bus sad and upset. Lisa noticed his altered mood and personally checked in with him.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2022 16:32:45 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Employee Insurance Open Enrollment Is Active]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1596734</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open Enrollment for Health, Dental and Vision Coverage for the 2022-2023 School Year opened April 16, 2022 and runs through May 1, 2022.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2022 14:51:47 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Paraprofessionals and Teachers Needed for ESY Summer Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1601862</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are very grateful for your efforts with students this school year.  This summer we will be providing Extended School Year to students who qualify based on the Individualized Educational Programs.  We are currently seeking special education paraprofessionals and teachers who can serve our students who require these services.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2022 14:48:17 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[April Technology Tip: Transitional Digital Classroom Management]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1596377</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As classrooms transition from traditional teaching and learning approaches to digital and interactive ones, we need to carefully plan and prepare the learning environment. As good teachers have done for decades, good planning provides learning environments that enable students to successfully optimize their potential for success.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Apr 2022 08:41:56 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Webinar Sessions with CO PERA]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1586876</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colorado PERA has a variety of webinars available for members to gain additional information on the CO PERA system in general, planning for retirement now .....even it is a ways away, planning for retirement in the next two years, purchasing service credits, and the CO PERA Healthcare plans available to retirees.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2022 15:07:40 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Inclusive Excellence PD Training,  March 28, 2022 8-11AM]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1585981</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This is a required training for all 9-R staff working on March 28, 2022. ESP staff who are not working on March 28 are welcome to attend and will be compensated for participating. The training is in-person at Durango High School from 8:00-11:00 a.m. Breakfast will be provided starting at 7:15 a.m.  The Keynote will start promptly at 8:00 a.m. in the DHS main gym. Click headline for agenda.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Mar 2022 16:24:07 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Rebecca Appel]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1585962</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rebecca Appel, a Para at DHS, was nominated by William Joe Doyle, Building Tech/Custodian at DHS. William says “Rebecca Appel ran the Best Office at DHS, but since Covid-19 she is working with students in Matthew Clark’s classroom. While she was running the Best office, she would get her class to come into the cafeteria to set chairs around the tables that I had set up for lunch, among other things."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Mar 2022 15:24:08 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Brianne Dilley]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1583363</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Brianne Dilley, an Instructional Specialist at Needham Elementary, was nominated by Rachel Tabor, who teaches 1st grade at Needham. Rachel says: “Bri is truly an asset to our adult learning community at Needham Elementary! She empowers teachers to refine their practice while always having students at the center of conversations."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2022 15:04:13 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Employee Assistance Plans (EAP) March Newsletter]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1580053</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please read the latest newsletter from Triad, one of the district's Employee Assistance Plans (EAP).  EAP services are free to employees.  See the Payroll, Benefits, & PERA, under Finance on the 9-R Connection Website.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2022 12:42:38 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tech Tip: Keep Sensitive Data Safe]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1580084</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Billions of emails are sent daily. But how secure is email? Are you sending an email that has sensitive data? The truth is that email is not a secure channel for sending information.  Therefore, you should never send sensitive data or information in an email, whether written in the body or as an attachment.
Click Headline to learn more.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2022 14:38:18 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Health Insurance Rates Stay Steady for 22-23]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1580071</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[9-R employee health insurance rates will not change for the 2022-2023 year.  Please click the headline for the rates for the various plan options offered by Durango 9-R.
For more information on the plan details, please see the Payroll, Benefits, & PERA tab, under Finance on the 9-R Connection Website.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2022 14:19:03 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[D.E.F. Spring Grant Cycle Now Open]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1579874</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Durango Education Foundation (DEF) Spring Grants Cycle is now open.D.E.F. Grants are intended to assist educators in serving students of all ages, abilities, and academic interest areas.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2022 11:33:43 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Melanie Graham]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1575708</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Melanie Graham, Substitute Coordinator, was nominated by Ann Duft Assistant to the Principal Durango High School. Ann says “Melanie is my north star when it comes to sub-finding and she's such a pleasure to work with. Her days often start before the sun is up with her schedule of calls out for substitutes across the District, so that by the time I'm looking at my day, there are hole that have already been filled because of her. She's dependable, courteous, patient, professional, prompt, and makes the world a better place. A thank you falls short, but I truly appreciate her."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2022 12:13:10 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Teresa Sheehan]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1572494</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Teresa Sheehan, a paraprofessional for Pathways, was nominated by Esmé Adamek. Esmé  say “Teresa has been working for 9 years (since Pathways began) as a para for Pathways. She has been instrumental in ensuring students have opportunities in the community for students of all ability levels, and does so while considering students’ needs and interests.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2022 15:42:32 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Robin Harms]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1568515</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Robin Harms, Health Service Provider at Park Elementary, was nominated by Susie Lloyd, Admin. Assistant at Park. Susie says “ Robin has gone above and beyond her duties taking care of the endless day to day health needs of students and staff."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2022 12:32:37 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet Matt Poling, New Director of Nutrition Services]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1564090</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Matthew Poling is 9-R's new Director of Nutrition Services. Matt's first job was as a busboy in a restaurant at 15, and he's been in food service ever since.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Feb 2022 08:29:06 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Technology Tips: 5 Top Management Tips in the 1:1 Classroom]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1563694</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With 1:1 technology access now the norm, classroom management around devices is another piece of the planning. We hope these top 5 tips will help you to maximize learning while minimizing distractions in your technology rich, student-centered classroom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2022 12:01:53 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Mark Servais]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1563675</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mark Servais a 3rd/4th teacher at Fort Lewis Elementary, was nominated by Janet Clements. Janet says ”There is a time to learn and a time to laugh. There is not a better time than now to hear students laughing together and enjoying their in-person learning. Mark Servais knows the balance.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2022 11:46:40 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Samantha Tower]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1560061</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Samantha (Sam) Tower, Principal at Big Picture High School, was nominated by Alison Stubbe, SpED Teacher at Big Picture. Alison says “Sam came in at the very last minute as the Big Picture principal while continuing to work her previous job in the district until others were hired."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jan 2022 09:23:25 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Important Tax Information]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1558766</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[CURRENT employees can now access their 2021 W2's in the iVisions Employee Self Service Portal!

Click For Full Details]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2022 11:36:06 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Teaching and Learning Conditions in Colorado (TLCC) Survey - Please provide your input!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1556753</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[2022 is an on-cycle year for the Teaching and Learning Conditions in Colorado (TLCC) survey. This survey was previously known as TELL Colorado. The survey window is open January 19 through February 18, 2022.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jan 2022 15:41:41 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Breanna Johnson]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1555154</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Breanna Johnson, 2nd grade teacher at Florida Mesa Elementary, was nominated by fellow teachers, Ian Hanigan and Ameryn Maestas. They say “In addition to her teaching and volunteer endeavors, she is mentoring two brand new 2nd grade teachers at FME.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jan 2022 10:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January 31 Schedule Update/Change]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1553956</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for your tremendous dedication to our students.  We know, especially these last few weeks, that you have had to cover other classes and jobs, give up planning and prep time, work longer hours, and you have continued to go above and beyond.  We appreciate you and are so thankful for what you are doing to keep our students in school.
January 31st is in the calendar as a professional development/ plan day with no school for students.  We are converting this to a non-work day for all employees.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jan 2022 16:45:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[COVID-19 Update for Staff 1/14/2022]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1553999</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you for your incredible teamwork and tremendous effort as we have experienced an increase in COVID-19 cases among our students and staff.  

Here are a few important COVID-19 reminders:]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jan 2022 15:52:23 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Kelli Wagner]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1552359</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Kelli Wagner, Escalante Middle School Health Service Provider, was nominated by Tami Jantz, Administrative Assistant at EMS. 
Tami says “Kelli works very hard to keep Escalante students, staff, and families safe and healthy."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2022 14:33:32 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Technology Tip: How to Recognize and Avoid Phishing Scams]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1548396</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Scammers use email or text messages to trick you into giving them your personal information. But there are several things you can do to protect yourself.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Jan 2022 14:23:07 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winners FME's SPED Team]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1547095</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The entire Florida Mesa Elementary SPED team was nominated by Tony Roderick, Assistant Principal at Florida Mesa Elementary School. Tony says " Our special education teachers and paraprofessionals are not only experts in their field, they are also very flexible and understanding. 
Read the full nomination]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Jan 2022 15:44:37 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Denise Tulley]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1538467</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Denise Tulley, a preschool teacher at FME, was nominated by Sky Yudron, Early Childhood Special Education Teacher. Sky says ”Denise is new to Durango 9R, but is an expert at preschool classroom management! Children in her class are engaged, exploring, and happy. She uses tech seamlessly by incorporating short social emotional learning videos with her smartboard. She maintains calm, predictable routines and visibly shows that she is enjoying the children and her co-teacher. 
Read Full Nomination]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Delayed Start Due to Inclement Weather - Information for Staff]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1540632</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This information is intended to provide guidance to staff in the event Durango 9-R needs to operate on a delayed start due to inclement weather this school year.  A delayed start would be used on days where a full cancellation of school is not needed, however additional time is needed in order to provide additional time for roadways and access routes to be cleared, or in order to provide time for weather patterns to calm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Dec 2021 20:23:05 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[How to Become a Google Certified Educator or Trainer]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1540306</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In order to receive the Google Certified Educator status, you will need to pass the corresponding Level 1 or Level 2 exams.  These exams are mostly performance-based exams that test you on your ability to use Google for Education tools in a classroom setting.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Dec 2021 16:28:15 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Communicating with Families in Their Home Language: District Interpreters and Translators]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1540332</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In the past three weeks we highlighted various tools that all 9-R educators can easily access and use. TalkingPoints, DeepL, and Language Link meet many of our everyday needs. However, there are times when a live interpreter (oral) or trained translator (written) is needed.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Dec 2021 12:17:54 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Marie Mahmouzian]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1538456</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Marie Marie Mahmouzian, a Dyslexia Interventionist, was nominated by Erica Stewart, a teacher at EMS. Erica says ”  I would like to nominate Marie Mahmouzian for helping me get Rewards Reading Intervention going at Escalante Middle School. She helped me analyze data, communicate with parents, and we observed each other teaching the curriculum. I learned many great strategies watching Marie teach! 
Read Full Nomination]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Technology Tip: Out of Office Settings]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1536586</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[When you are going to be out of the office for a length of time, it’s helpful to leave an “out of office” message for emails and phone calls.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 10:54:21 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Benji Danquah]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1536529</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Benji Danquah was nominated for a Bravo! Award by Steve Steiner, Coordinator of Special Education. Of Benji's role at DHS, Steve says “In order to meet student’s needs, Benji quickly and graciously switched roles to work in our Significant Support Needs room at Durango High School. Benji's positive demeanor, appreciation of student’s unique needs, and outgoing nature have had a positive effect on the culture and well-being of all of our students and staff."
Read the Full Nomination]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 10:18:01 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Communicating with Families in Their Home Language: TalkingPoints Texting App]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1534970</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As we all know, two-way communication between school staff and families is important for building relationships, celebrating successes, and working as partners.  When we have those strong relationships and communication systems in place, it is easier to collaborate and problem-solve with families when something more serious arises. TalkingPoints is a two-way multilingual family engagement platform helping teachers and families to stay connected via text message.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2021 11:59:49 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Nate Goddard]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1530759</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nate Goddard is a Paraprofessional at Park Elementary, he was nominated by Gretchen Willis, an ESS teacher at Park.  Gretchen says “Nate works one on one with a student of great trauma. Nate's kind and professional manner is so extraordinary with this boy. When I asked the student what he wanted to be the other day, the student said he wanted to be Mr. Nate when he grows up. Nate truly goes above and beyond is highly deserving of a Bravo award!”

Read the Full Nomination]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Nov 2021 12:00:12 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Communicating with Families in Their Home Language: Resource #2]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1530673</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As a school district we have an important responsibility to communicate with families in the language they best understand.  To support you in doing so, this article is the second in a series of four that will highlight different resources that are available to facilitate your communication with multilingual families.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Nov 2021 10:49:45 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Discover SCUBA diving]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1527828</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The DHS SCUBA club would love to show you how fun SCUBA diving can be. We will be holding our next Discover SCUBA diving pool session at the Durango Community Recreation Center pool in early December (hopefully Dec. 4th).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2021 12:12:39 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Reminder: Deadline to request a transition year for the 2022-2023 school year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1527784</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[January 15, 2022 is the deadline for staff who wish to request a transition year for the 2022-2023 school year to submit their transition year application to Human Resources.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2021 11:39:01 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ACES - Appreciation and Celebration of Excellence in Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1527730</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango 9-R Is fortunate to have employees who have been serving the district for more than 20 years.  This week we want to recognize Dona Anderson who works at Escalante Middle School. Dona has been with 9-R for 21 years!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2021 10:22:50 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Karla Spangler]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1527709</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Karla Spangler, the Parent/Guardian Liaison at DHS, was nominated by Sarah Fischer, DHS Administrative Assistant. Sarah says “Karla is a wonderful asset to our community. She stepped right into the position and took off running. She organized translators for our parent go-to-school night. She is always willing to help when the front desk gets overwhelmed.”
Read the Full Nomination]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2021 10:01:14 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Communicating with Families in Their Home Language:  Which translation/interpretation tools are available?]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1527113</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[One of the wonderful things about Durango School District 9-R is the diversity of our student body.  Students come to us knowing other languages and with a variety of cultural experiences and perspectives that enrich our learning environments.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2021 12:37:28 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Create / Edit a Personal Email Group in Gmail:]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1522890</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn to create and edit a personal email group in Gmail.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Nov 2021 11:37:29 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ACES - Appreciation and Celebration of Excellence in Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1522873</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango 9-R Is fortunate to have employees who have been serving the district for more than 20 years.  This week we want to recognize Kent Goring who is the Physical Education Teacher at Florida Mesa Elementary.
Kent has been with 9-R for 21years!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Nov 2021 11:21:41 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[This Week's BRAVO! Award Winners]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1522809</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Bravo Awards offer an opportunity for colleagues to nominate each other to recognize their work when they go above and beyond for students and the district. Thank you to the Community Foundation of the SW for sponsoring the Bravo! program!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Nov 2021 10:37:03 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October BRAVO! Gift Card Winners]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1522791</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each week we will identify a BRAVO! winner from our nominations and they will be entered to win a $50 gift card to an area restaurant! Nominators also have a chance to win a gift certificate just by sending in a nomination.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Nov 2021 10:23:10 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ACES - Appreciation and Celebration of Excellence in Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1518296</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango 9-R Is fortunate to have employees who have been serving the district for more than 20 years.  This week we want to recognize Heidi Jordan who is an ELA teacher and Instructional Coach at DHS. Heidi has been with 9-R for 25 years!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner Tami Jantz]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1518265</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tami Jantz was nominated by Nycole Eoff , a Classified Substitute. Nycole says “She makes everyone she interacts with feel valued and appreciated.  She truly is a gem and just a delight to be around.”

Read the full nomination.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October 25 ESP PD Day Schedule of Courses and Details]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1516006</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dear Education Support Professionals:

Included in this article is the schedule of courses for the Education Support Professionals (ESP) Professional Development Day on Monday, October 25.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Nov 2021 09:28:58 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dial 10 Digits to Make a Call Begins Oct 24]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1515926</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Beginning October 24, 2021, you must dial 10 digits (area code + telephone number) for
all local calls. On and after this date, local calls dialed with only 7 digits may not be
completed, and a recording will inform you that your call cannot be completed as dialed.
You must hang up and dial again using the area code and the 7-digit number.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Oct 2021 15:34:42 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Presentation on Native American Insight: Culture, Communication, Behavioral Health & Healthcare Access]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1515199</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango 9-R Title VI Native American Education presents "Native American Insight: Culture, Communication,Behavioral Health & Healthcare Access" ,  November 11, 4-6PM, presented by Imo Succo, MSW/Regional HealthConnector & Chelsie Begoody, BPH/Community Health Programs Worker.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2021 16:17:42 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner Diana Montoya-Scott]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1507703</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Diana Montoya-Scott was nominated by Cindy Hawkins, the Front Office Manager at The Juniper School. Cindy says “Her never-ending positive attitude when we call her for the 1000th time in a day for help with IC is amazing!”
Read the full nomination]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Insurance Premium Holiday]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1511983</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Happy news!  As part of our membership in the Colorado Employer Benefit Trust(CEBT) health insurance pool, sometimes employers will get rebates based on total pool usage.  9-R was notified last year that the results of employee usage across the entire pool (not just 9-R but all employers) allowed CEBT to issue a rebate.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Oct 2021 15:49:01 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ACES - Appreciation and Celebration of Excellence in Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1507746</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango 9-R Is fortunate to have employees who have been serving the district for more than 20 years.  This week we want to recognize Tara Haller, who teaches mathematics and computer science at DHS. Tara has been with 9-R for 27 years!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner Erin Kaplan]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1507696</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Erin Kaplan, a 4th grade teacher at Animas Valley Elementary, was nominated by Hannah Squire, who also teaches 4th grade at Animas.

Hanna says “Teaching with Erin Kaplan is wonderful reminder of the impacts that teachers can make. Whatever our school needs - she gives 100% - and then brainstorms about how she can do even better.”
Read the Full Nomination.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ACES - Appreciation and Celebration of Excellence in Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1507676</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango 9-R Is fortunate to have employees who have been serving the district for more than 20 years.  This week we want to recognize Tina Henderson, who teaches Kindergarten at Sunnyside Elementary School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2021 16:12:34 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Technology Tip: Email]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1507649</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You might have heard "I Did Not Get Your Email".  How is that possible?  It's probably because their old email address: xxx@durango.k12.co.us was used.
 
When typing a name in the TO line, double check that the extension is: xxx@durangoschools.org.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2021 14:28:34 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo! Winner Briley Belling]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1507017</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Briley Belling, a Kindergarten teacher at Needham, was nominated by Sallie Kautter, Needham’s School Counselor. Sallie says ”Her morning routine is one that is so beautiful it will bring you to tears. She is building rapport by creating a safe environment with routine and ritual that everyone can count on and know that when they come to Needham, it will be a great day!”
Read the Full Nomination]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Oct 2021 16:40:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[August/September BRAVO! Gift Card Winners]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1506190</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each week we will identify a BRAVO! winner from our nominations and they will be entered to win a $50 gift card to an area restaurant! Nominators also have a chance to win a gift certificate just by sending in a nomination.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2021 16:19:08 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BRAVO! Winner James Fitzpatrick]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1504169</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[James Fitzpatrick, a fourth grade teacher at Needham Elementary School, is this week’s BRAVO! Award winner. He was nominated by Jackie Cavender, who says “James Fitzpatrick is so amazing! Watching him interact with his students with so much love and patience is a gift. The kids that have him for a teacher are so very lucky!”
Read the full nomination.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2021 12:35:48 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DEF Fall Grant Cycle Opens October 1st!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1503291</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[DEF will be accepting applications for the Fall Grant Cycle starting October 1st. The deadline to apply will be on December 1st by 11:59 PM.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2021 10:53:17 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1501980</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All staff in Durango School District 9-R have access to three (3) different EAPs.  These services are completely confidential and free of charge to employees of Durango 9-R.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Sep 2021 13:13:15 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Share Good News With Your Co-Workers]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1501279</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We want to hear about significant events in your life! Some things we would love to hear about include birthday, marriage, birth, significant accomplishments, educational achievements, passing of a loved one, or any other life events you'd like to share with 9-R employee community.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Sep 2021 16:33:44 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Alpine Bank Offers Teacher Reimbursement Program Again]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1501170</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Alpine Bank will reimburse teachers for school supplies for their classrooms, up to $200, before November 1, 2021!* Teacher must have, or open, an account at Alpine Bank to qualify. Click headline to learn more.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Sep 2021 14:30:42 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[This Week's BRAVO Award Winner!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1499531</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Carol Queen, the Building Maintenance Supervisor at DHS, is this week’s BRAVO! Award winner! She was nominated by Sarah Fischer at DHS: “Under her guidance, the school is looking amazing!” Please read full nomination below:]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 Sep 2021 12:19:35 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Share School or Student News]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1499421</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are going to start highlighting fun, positive news about your school and students. And we need your help identifying and sharing stories of interest.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 Sep 2021 10:51:40 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Payroll Update]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1497904</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please be advised that due to changes in payroll staffing, we will be processing the base pay for all employees on Friday and any supplemental/extra pay will be processed in a separate payroll  that will occur next week.  We appreciate your understanding and thank you in advance.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2021 11:16:52 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Building Access for Non-Employees]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1496526</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This information is intended to provide additional clarification on the access that individuals, who are not employees of Durango School District 9-R, may have to our buildings.  These guidelines are subject to revision based upon changing health and environmental conditions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Sep 2021 18:06:55 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[This Week's BRAVO Award Winner!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1495803</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[LaRae Dotson, a teacher & librarian at Sunnyside Elementary School, was nominated by Tina Hendserson at Sunnyside. Tina says ”LaRae Dotson is a joyful, dedicated, open minded, team player at Sunnyside and works diligently with a smile on her face every day!”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2021 15:43:22 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[This Week's BRAVO Award Winner!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1491971</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Erik Skaggs, a Science teacher at DHS, was nominated by Melissa Boudreaux, Assistant Principal at DHS, who says  “Erik is a huge asset to the biology department and DHS. Not only does he go above and beyond to support students and his fellow teachers, but he is knowledgeable in teaching all science contents.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 09:44:42 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Employment Opportunity Assisting Transportation Dept.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1491910</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The transportation department is seeking one or two employees who are interested in transporting students who live off Florida Rd, by Helen’s Corner, to and from school.  Employees are provided a district vehicle to transport the student to and from school and the vehicle can remain at the employee’s house if the employee lives near the student being transported.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 09:00:25 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Flu Shot Clinics are Coming!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1491900</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will host flu shot clinics for employees again this year.  Flu shots clinics will be held at school sites as well as the central office.  Clinics will begin on September 17 and will run through mid October.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 08:52:32 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Technology Tip: Help Desk Tickets]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1488018</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This month’s Technology Tip explains Help Desk Tickets, and how to submit one.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:10:28 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[This Week's BRAVO Award Winner!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1487954</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Alisa Carver, Senior Administrative Assistant in the District’s Finance Department, was nominated by Mary Logan at Riverview Elementary and Tami Jantz at Escalante Middle School, who says  “Alisa is professional, kind, and very helpful. I appreciate her fun personality and compassionate patience in answering questions no matter how many times you ask the same question.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2021 15:00:48 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Winner!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1483703</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Shonda Chumley, a Roving Kitchen Manager for the Student Nutrition Services, was nominated by colleague Melody Moore, at Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary. Melody says "When I was unable to perform all my tasks due to an injury. Shonda stepped up to the plate and helped out."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2021 08:45:49 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Technology Changes for 2021-22 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1481313</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Last year we released thousands of new Chromebooks into the hands of 9-R students. Since then, the IT department has been working to refine our existing systems and implement others to support them. The object of this work is to optimize Chromebook performance, make them easier and simpler to use, and ultimately make them more effective for learning.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Aug 2021 16:12:58 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Durango 9-R Staff Update on PHE - COVID-19 Leave]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1481305</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please click Read More for important information and updates about the availability of Public Health Emergency Leave for 9-R staff.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Aug 2021 15:59:37 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mask Requirements for Staff]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/1480533</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We hope you are enjoying the last few days before the school year starts.  On August 12, 2021, the Board did approve an extension of the dress code policy for required masking for all students and staff while indoors (unless otherwise permitted, such as during certain athletic activities).  This is in conjunction with Advisories from SJBPH and the CDC.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:24:05 -0600</pubDate>
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